Samya

Meaning of Samya

Samya is a beautiful and unique name that is often given to baby girls. It has origins in both Arabic and Indian (Hindi) cultures, making it a multicultural choice for parents. In Arabic, Samya is pronounced as sah-MEE-yah (/sæˈmiːjə/), while in Indian (Hindi), it is pronounced as SAHM-yah (/ˈsɑm.jɑ/). The name also has a variation, Samia.

In terms of popularity, the name Samya has been steadily increasing in recent years in the United States. In 2022, it was given to 43 baby girls and ranked at 3570. Over the past decade, its popularity has fluctuated but generally remained within the top 4000 names. However, it's worth noting that these statistics are subject to change over time.

Choosing the name Samya for your baby girl not only gives her an elegant and meaningful name but also connects her to diverse cultural traditions.

Pronunciation

Arabic

  • Pronunced as sah-MEE-yah (/sæˈmiːjə/)

Indian (Hindi)

  • Pronunced as SAHM-yah (/ˈsɑm.jɑ/)

U.S. Popularity Chart

Notable People Named Samya

Samya Hassani is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for Vrouwen Eredivisie club SC Telstar and represents the Morocco women's national team.
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