What origin is the name Shemita?

Shemita comes from Hebrew naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Shemita

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Shemita

Girl

Hebrew & Biblical

3 syllables

Shemita is a Hebrew girl's name meaning "A name derived from the Hebrew name Shem, meaning name or renown, often associated with the year of release.".

With Hebrew roots, Shemita is a girl name that means "A name derived from the Hebrew name Shem, meaning name or renown, often associated with the year of release.". It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Hebrew & Biblical
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

A name derived from the Hebrew name Shem, meaning name or renown, often associated with the year of release.

Popularity

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What does Shemita mean?

Shemita is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "A name derived from the Hebrew name Shem, meaning name or renown, often associated with the year of release.".

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Brother names that go with Shemita

Jacob Noah Ethan Michael Joshua James

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Name numerology

5is the Chaldean number for Shemita.

Number 5 is linked with curiosity, freedom and adventure.

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Shemita means "A name derived from the Hebrew name Shem, meaning name or renown, often associated with the year of release." — these names share that spirit.

Michael — "Michael comes from the Hebrew Mikha'el, a question meaning 'who is like God?'. It is the name of an archangel." (Hebrew)
Elizabeth — "Elizabeth comes from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'my God is an oath'. It is the name of John the Baptist's mother." (Hebrew)
John — "John comes from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'. It is the name of John the Baptist and John the Apostle." (Hebrew)
Caleb — "Caleb is a Hebrew name, often linked to kelev 'dog', a symbol of loyalty, or to 'whole-hearted'. Caleb was a faithful spy sent by Moses." (Hebrew)
Noah — "Noah comes from the Hebrew Noach, meaning 'rest' or 'comfort'. In the Bible, Noah builds the ark that saves his family." (Hebrew)
Isabella — "Isabella is the Italian and Spanish form of Elizabeth, from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'my God is an oath' or 'pledged to God'." (Hebrew)
Ethan — "Ethan comes from the Hebrew Eitan, meaning 'firm', 'strong' or 'enduring'. Several minor figures in the Bible bear it." (Hebrew)
Emily — "Emily comes from the Roman family name Aemilius, probably from the Latin aemulus, meaning 'rival' or 'eager to excel'." (Latin)