Sameer
Sameer: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /səˈmir/
Meaning and origin of Sameer
- A male given name from Sanskrit.
- A male given name from Arabic.
Etymology
Transliteration of Hindi समीर (samīr).
How popular is Sameer?
Since 1880, 3,414 boys in the U.S. have been named Sameer. Its highest rank for boys was #1136 in 2001. In 2025, 69 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Sameer
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
More Sanskrit boy names
Sibling name ideas for Sameer
Sister and brother names that share Sameer's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Sameer FAQ
What does the name Sameer mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit. A male given name from Arabic. Transliteration of Hindi समीर (samīr).
What is the origin of the name Sameer?
Sameer is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Sameer?
Since 1880, 3,414 boys in the U.S. have been named Sameer. Its highest rank for boys was #1136 in 2001. In 2025, 69 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Sameer a boy or girl name?
Sameer is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 3,414 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.