Samarah
2025 SSA
About Samarah
Samarah is a feminine name with Arabic and Hebrew influences. In Arabic, it may be related to words meaning 'evening conversation' or 'night talk,' referring to pleasant discussions that extend into the night. It can also be considered a variant of Samara, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'protected by God.'
The name has gained modest usage in the United States since the early 2000s as parents sought melodic multicultural names. Samarah has a flowing, rhythmic quality with its three syllables and soft consonants. The name strikes a balance between uniqueness and accessibility – recognizable without being common. Its cross-cultural nature makes it appealing to families seeking a name with international appeal.
Pronounced suh-MAR-uh.
As of October 2026, Samarah ranked #2991 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1742 in 2006.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,410 | 47 | 26.3 |
| 2015 | #3,050 | 56 | 31.4 |
| 2016 | #2,319 | 82 | 46.3 |
| 2017 | #2,424 | 75 | 43.4 |
| 2018 | #2,214 | 84 | 49.4 |
| 2019 | #2,189 | 85 | 50.6 |
| 2020 | #2,620 | 65 | 40.2 |
| 2021 | #2,480 | 72 | 43.9 |
| 2022 | #2,419 | 76 | 46.3 |
| 2023 | #2,549 | 70 | 43.6 |
| 2024 | #2,420 | 75 | 46.3 |
| 2025 | #2,991 | 56 | 34.8 |