Samirah
2025 SSA
About Samirah
Samirah is a beautiful feminine name with Arabic origins meaning 'companion in evening conversation' or 'entertaining companion.' The name has deep roots in Middle Eastern and Muslim communities but has gained broader international appeal in recent decades. Samirah carries an elegant, flowing quality with its three melodious syllables. The name appears in Islamic tradition as well, adding spiritual significance for many families. In Western countries, Samirah offers a distinctive choice that maintains strong cultural ties while being relatively easy to pronounce. Its positive connotations of companionship and pleasant conversation imbue the name with warmth and sociability. While not among the most common names, Samirah has maintained steady usage, appreciated for its melodic sound and meaningful heritage.
Pronounced suh-MEER-uh.
As of October 2026, Samirah ranked #2562 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2232 in 2013.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,679 | 66 | 36.9 |
| 2015 | #3,083 | 55 | 30.8 |
| 2016 | #3,269 | 50 | 28.2 |
| 2017 | #2,829 | 60 | 34.8 |
| 2018 | #2,773 | 62 | 36.4 |
| 2019 | #2,846 | 59 | 35.2 |
| 2020 | #3,001 | 54 | 33.4 |
| 2021 | #2,704 | 64 | 39 |
| 2022 | #2,383 | 78 | 47.6 |
| 2023 | #3,317 | 49 | 30.5 |
| 2024 | #2,955 | 56 | 34.6 |
| 2025 | #2,562 | 69 | 42.9 |
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