Sami
Sami: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Sami
- A male given name from Arabic, feminine equivalent Samiyah.
- A diminutive of the female given name Samantha.
Etymology
Derived from Arabic سَامِي (sāmī), from the informal pronunciation of سَامٍ (sāmin, “high, exalted”).
How popular is Sami?
Since 1880, 1,424 girls and 5,303 boys in the U.S. have been named Sami (21% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2784 in 1976. Its highest rank for boys was #1113 in 2017. In 2025, 220 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Sami
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Sibling name ideas for Sami
Sister and brother names that share Sami's Arabic roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Sami FAQ
What does the name Sami mean?
A male given name from Arabic, feminine equivalent Samiyah. A diminutive of the female given name Samantha. Derived from Arabic سَامِي (sāmī), from the informal pronunciation of سَامٍ (sāmin, “high, exalted”).
What is the origin of the name Sami?
Sami is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Sami?
Since 1880, 1,424 girls and 5,303 boys in the U.S. have been named Sami (21% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2784 in 1976. Its highest rank for boys was #1113 in 2017. In 2025, 220 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Sami a boy or girl name?
Sami is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (1,424 girls and 5,303 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.