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Ettie

A variant of Samira, meaning 'companion in evening conversation' or 'entertaining companion.' This name suggests a person who is a natural storyteller and a warm, engaging presence who brings joy to social circles.

Key Stats

Total births1,864
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1915
Peak generationG.I. Gen
First recorded1910
Most recent1940
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

TX — 41%NC — 24%KY — 12%GA — 12%NY — 12%

Notable People

Samira Wiley (Actress in Orange Is the New Black) · Samira Said (Pop Singer) · Samira Ahmed (Journalist and broadcaster) · Samira Makhmalbaf (Film Director) · Samira Efendi (Singer and Eurovision contestant)

Nicknames & Diminutives

SammyMiraMyra

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