Shi Name Meaning
The name Shi comes from Chinese roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Shi below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Shi Name Meaning
& f ChineseFrom Chinese 时 (shí) meaning "time, era, season", 实 (shí) meaning "real, honest", 史 (shǐ) meaning "history" or 石 (shí) meaning "stone". Other characters can form this name as well.
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What does the name Shi mean?
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Is Shi a boy or girl name?
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