NAME PROFILE
Samara
Samara is of Hebrew origin meaning 'guardian' or 'protected by God.' It also has Arabic roots, where it refers to a 'place of conversation' or 'evening talk.' The name conveys a sense of safety and nurturing, often associated with someone who is caring, wise, and a protector of others.
Key Stats
| Total births | 22,769 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2018 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1955 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 23%CA — 22%FL — 19%IL — 18%TX — 18%
Notable People
Samara Weaving (Actress, *Ready or Not*) · Samara Joy (Jazz vocalist, Grammy Award winner) · Samara Davis (Entrepreneur, founder of the Black Bourbon Society) · Samara Ginsberg (Artist, known for her contemporary installations) · Samara K. (Social media influencer and content creator)
Nicknames & Diminutives
SamSammy
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