Samiya
Fact sheet
- Name
- Samiya
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Samiya is a variant of the Arabic name Samia (Arabic سَامِيَة, Urdu سمیعہ), the feminine form of Sami. The name has its roots in the Arabic word sāmī (سَامِي) meaning "high, elevated, exalted" and signifies "the Exalted."
What does the name Samiya mean?
Samiya is a variant of the Arabic name Samia (Arabic سَامِيَة, Urdu سمیعہ), the feminine form of Sami. The name has its roots in the Arabic word sāmī (سَامِي) meaning "high, elevated, exalted" and signifies "the Exalted." The girl's name Samiya is primarily common in the Arab and Muslim world. Other variants include Samiah and Samya. A diminutive form is Sumaya. A notable bearer of the name is the Pakistani actress Samiya Mumtaz.
Where does the name Samiya come from?
Etymology Samiya is a feminine given name of Arabic origin meaning "the Exalted." Arabic
How do you pronounce Samiya?
Sound & pronunciation of Samiya: The name Samiya is structured melodically with three syllables. In German pronunciation, it is usually spoken as "Sa-MI-ya" [zaˈmiːja], with the middle syllable containing a long I that emphasizes and brightens the sound. The soft "s" provides a gentle start. The ending "-ya" sounds open and light. This makes Samiya harmonious and modern - friendly, sonorous, and with a gentle presence.
Popularity
Samiya is a very popular first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 2,107th in the list of the most common female baby names. Its best ranking was in 2009 at 1,234th place. In the last ten years, Samiya has been given as a first name about 130 times, placing it 2,132nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,396th.
Nicknames & pet names
Mia
Similar first names
Frequently asked questions about the name Samiya
What is the origin of the name Samiya?
Samiya is an Arabic first name that has its roots in the word sāmī, which means 'high' or 'exalted.'
What does the name Samiya mean?
The name Samiya means 'the Exalted' and is a feminine form of the name Sami.
How popular is the name Samiya?
Samiya is especially common in the Arab and Muslim world, where it enjoys great popularity.