Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2025 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company

      Meaning of the first name
      Shimmer

      Origin 
      English

      Meaning 
      Glisten Softly

      Variations 
      Chimere, Shigeru, Summers

      *Some content has been generated by an artificial intelligence language model, in combination with data sourced from Ancestry records and provided by BabyNames.com.
      The name Shimmer finds its origins in the English language and holds deep connotations of gentle gleaming or flickering light. Derived from the Middle English word shimeren, meaning to shine softly, it embodies the beauty and subtlety of a delicate glimmer. This namesake has been embraced by numerous individuals throughout history, both as a given name and a name, resonating with its elegant and evocative nature.

      While the name Shimmer has not been prominently documented in historical records, its essence has been cherished in literature and poetry. Its association with the shimmering of moonlight on calm waters or the soft glow of candlelight has made Shimmer a metaphorical entity, often employed to describe ethereal and enchanting phenomena. In modern times, the name Shimmer has been adopted by parents seeking an uncommon and graceful name with a touch of poetic allure for their children. The contemporary usage of the name exhibits a sense of sophistication and creativity, finding its place in diverse cultural backgrounds and communities.

      With its English origins and its profound meaning of glistening softly, the name Shimmer holds a timeless appeal. It seamlessly weaves its way through history, language, and literature, casting a luminous spell on those it graces with its ethereal presence.
      Based on our records...
      This is the most common surname, spouse name and child name associated with Shimmer.
      Gabay

      is the most common surname for Shimmer.

      Edith

      is the most common spouse name for Shimmer.

      Abraham

      is the most common child name for Shimmer.

      Start your curiosity engines.

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Free Trial
      Order Ancestry
      did_you_know_bar
      Based on our records...
      Did you know?
      1421 is when there were the most people born with the first name Shimmer.

      We'll guide you through the process of building and growing your tree

      Explore the origins of another name.