Samar Unisex
Origin(s)
Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'to be pleasant'; Hebrew: 'to be heard'
Historical & Cultural Background
Samar is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in various cultures across the Middle East. In Arabic-speaking countries, it is often associated with pleasantness and companionship. The Hebrew variant of the name carries connotations of being heard or listened to. The name has gained popularity in various regions, reflecting a blend of cultural influences.
Trend Summary
Samar has seen a steady rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Samer, Samarra, Simeon, Santiago, Sullivan, Soren
Variants
- Samir
- Sama
International Variants
- Samar (Arabic)
- Shamar (Hebrew)
Famous people named Samar
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Fictional characters named Samar
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Samar was first seen in the United States in 1973. Samar has ranked as high as #1301 nationally which occurred in 2022 and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Samar has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Samar (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 16 | |
| TX | 11 | |
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 37 |
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 31 |
| 2011 | 32 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2013 | 46 |
| 2014 | 60 |
| 2015 | 62 |
| 2016 | 67 |
| 2017 | 72 |
| 2018 | 76 |
| 2019 | 73 |
| 2020 | 67 |
| 2021 | 85 |
| 2022 | 92 |
| 2023 | 56 |
| 2024 | 62 |