Samiyah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsah-MEE-yah / sæˈmiːjəArabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: elevated; Hebrew: name of God
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Samiyah has Arabic roots, often associated with meanings of elevation and nobility. In Hebrew contexts, it is linked to divine attributes. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly among Muslim communities. It reflects a blend of cultural significance and modern appeal.
Trend Summary
Samiyah has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Samia
- Samiyah
International Variants
- Samia (Arabic)
- Samiyah (Arabic)
Famous people named Samiyah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Samiyah was first seen in the United States in 1982. Samiyah has ranked as high as #1006 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, New York, Florida, California, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Samiyah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Samiyah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 13 | |
| NY | 10 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| MD | 8 | |
| CA | 8 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| NJ | 6 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| LA | 5 | |
| SC | 5 | |
| MS | 5 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 30 |
| 1997 | 40 |
| 1998 | 39 |
| 1999 | 47 |
| 2000 | 46 |
| 2001 | 65 |
| 2002 | 86 |
| 2003 | 114 |
| 2004 | 117 |
| 2005 | 153 |
| 2006 | 209 |
| 2007 | 252 |
| 2008 | 233 |
| 2009 | 266 |
| 2010 | 245 |
| 2011 | 342 |
| 2012 | 328 |
| 2013 | 292 |
| 2014 | 269 |
| 2015 | 252 |
| 2016 | 256 |
| 2017 | 219 |
| 2018 | 189 |
| 2019 | 185 |
| 2020 | 173 |
| 2021 | 163 |
| 2022 | 146 |
| 2023 | 123 |
| 2024 | 153 |