Kashima is a name of Japanese origin, meaning 'beach' or 'seaside'. It's composed of two characters: 'kashi', which signifies 'shellfish', and 'ma', meaning 'sea'. This name is often associated with the Kashima Shrine in Japan, dedicated to the god of war and valor. In recent years, it has gained international recognition due to its use by prominent figures like Kashima Yusuke, a Japanese footballer.
"Kashima was quite popular as a baby girl name from 1975 to 1991, with peaks of popularity in the late 70s and early 90s."