Semhar

Meaning of Semhar

Semhar is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. This name has its origins in the Amharic language, which is spoken mainly in Ethiopia. In Amharic, Semhar is pronounced as sehm-HAHR (/sɛmˈhɑr/). Although this name may not be very common in the United States, it has been given to a small number of newborn girls throughout the years. According to data from the United States Social Security Administration, Semhar was ranked 14541 in 2014, with only 6 occurrences. Some variations of this name include Semra and Semira. Semhar carries a sense of strong cultural association and would make an excellent choice for parents looking for a distinctive and meaningful name for their daughter.

Pronunciation

Amharic

  • Pronunced as sehm-HAHR (/sɛmˈhɑr/)

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Notable People Named Semhar

Semhar Araia is an Eritrean American social activist, professor, and international lawyer known for founding the Diaspora African Women's Network (DAWN) and her recent appointment as UNICEF USA Managing Director of Diaspora and Multicultural Partnership.
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