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Gender Feminine
Usage Arabic
Scripts شيخة(Arabic)
Pronounced Pron. SHAI-khah  [key]
Other Forms FormsShaykhah, Sheikha

Meaning & History

From the Arabic root ش-ي-خ (sh-y-kh), which means "female sheikh" or "matron." Aside from its use as a given name it is sometimes used as an honorific for respected women, such as daughters or wives of sheikhs, or women holding leadership or religious scholarly roles.
Added 5/24/2025 by HallowsofWoe