Etymology & Historical Origin of the Baby Name Samiya

Samiya (سامية) is a female name of Arabic origin, equivalent to the masculine Sāmi meaning “elevated, sublime”. Although Samiya is a common name among Arabic speakers, in terms of the Western World (besides Arab immigrants) this is a name which has mainly been embraced within the African-American community, such as African-American poet Samiya Bashir. Not only that, but the “-iya” and “-iyah” suffix on names have become all the rage in some circles. Here are some other examples of the “-iya” craze: Aliya, Amiya, Aniya, Jamiya, Janiya, Saniya, Shaniya and Taniya.

All About the Baby Name – Samiya

Personality

OF THE GIRL NAME SAMIYA

The number Five personality loves the excitement of life and can easily adapt to all situations. As natural adventurers, these personalities thrive on the new and unexpected and prefer to be in constant motion. It makes them feel alive. They'll stir up some action if there's not enough around, and as inherent risk-takers they enjoy pushing the envelope. Naturally rebellious, the Five personality has no fear and never resists change.  Traveling and new experiences feed their souls. Fives are very social and attract friends with ease. People love to be around the Five fun-loving and exciting energy.  This is also a lucky number in numerology (like the Threes), so fortune seems to shine on them, helped along by their own optimism and good-nature. Fives have a quick wit, a cerebral mind, and are generally very persuasive. 

Popularity

OF THE GIRL NAME SAMIYA

Samiya followed Samiyah on to the baby naming charts in 2011. This name is very new and still uncommon (although collectively the “-iya(h)” names are very trendy). The more elaborate spelling with an “h” on the end is currently more popular.

Quick Facts

ON SAMIYA

GENDER:

Girl

ORIGIN:

African-American

NUMBER OF SYLLABLES:

3

RANKING POPULARITY:

963

PRONUNCIATION:

sә-MEE-ah

SIMPLE MEANING:

Elevated, sublime

Characteristics

OF SAMIYA

Freedom-loving

Adventurous

Adaptable

Intellectual

Easygoing

Progressive

Sensual

Cultural References to the Baby Name – Samiya

Literary Characters

OF THE BABY NAME SAMIYA

We cannot find any significant literary characters by the name of Samiya

Childrens Books

ON THE BABY NAME SAMIYA

We cannot find any childrens books with the first name Samiya


Popular Songs

ON SAMIYA

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Famous People

NAMED SAMIYA

Samiya Bashir (poet)

Children of Famous People

NAMED SAMIYA

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Historic Figures

WITH THE NAME SAMIYA

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