Boy name
Şamis name: origin, pronunciation & similar names
Şamis is a two-syllable masculine given name of Circassian origin used in Turkish. Its source form is recorded as Шамыс in both West and East Circassian. Similar names include Şamil, meaning “encompassing” or “comprehensive,” and Şakir, meaning “thankful” or “one who expresses gratitude.”
The name Şamis at a glance
Syllables
Şa · mis
2 syllables · 5 letters · /ʃamis/
Use
Boy
A rarely used name.
Documented use
Şamis is a masculine given name of Circassian origin used in Turkish. Its source form is recorded as Шамыс in West and East Circassian.
Source: Wiktionary
Similar names with known meanings
Şamis: language and spelling facts
How to pronounce Şamis
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters |
|---|---|
| IPA | /ʃamis/ |
Is Şamis a boy’s name?
Yes, Şamis is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Şamis does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Spellings and similar names
Names that sound like Şamis
FAQ about the name Şamis
Is Şamis a boy’s name?
Yes, Şamis is used mostly as a boy’s name.
How many syllables does Şamis have?
Şamis has 2 syllables and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Şamis?
Şamis does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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