Sumayya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsoo-MY-ah / /suːˈmaɪ.ə/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
small; little one (Arabic); a name of a companion of the Prophet Muhammad (Persian)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Sumayya is often associated with strength and resilience, as it is linked to Sumayya bint Khayyat, one of the first martyrs in Islam. In Persian contexts, it carries a sense of affection and endearment, reflecting the cultural significance of names in familial relationships.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Sumaya
- Sumiya
International Variants
- Sumaya (Arabic)
- Sumiya (Persian)
Famous people named Sumayya
Sumayya bint Khayyat — early Islamic martyr.
Sumayya Ali — contemporary activist.
Fictional characters named Sumayya
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sumayya was first seen in the United States in 1990. Sumayya has ranked as high as #1324 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, California, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Sumayya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sumayya (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 10 | |
| PA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 36 |