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Samirah

Samirah is an Arabic and Persian name meaning 'entertaining companion' or 'a woman who is fun and lively.' It conveys warmth, sociability, and a magnetic personality, representing someone who brings joy and vivacity to gatherings.

Key Stats

Total births1,958
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year2013
Peak generationGen A
First recorded1984
Most recent2025
Syllables3
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

NY — 23%PA — 23%CA — 19%NJ — 18%FL — 18%

Notable People

Samirah Al-Mansour (Saudi Arabian activist) · Samirah Bint Al-Mu'minah (Saudi Arabian poet) · Samira Wiley (Actress, *The Handmaid's Tale*) · Samira Said (Moroccan singer) · Samirah Ibrahim (Activist for women's rights)

Nicknames & Diminutives

SamSamiMira

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