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Name Origin

Sima is a feminine given name of Persian origin. It means 'like', 'resembling', or 'comparable to'.

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Famous People

Sima Qian (145-86)

Historian

  • Considered the 'father of Chinese historiography'
  • Authored the Records of the Grand Historian

Sima Guang (1019-1086)

Statesman, historian

  • Served as Chancellor of the Song Dynasty
  • Compiled the Comprehensive Mirror for Aid in Government