Samira

Samira: name meaning, origin and popularity

Pronunciation (IPA): /sæˈmiːrə/

Meaning and origin of Samira

  • A female given name from Persian mainly used by Persians.

Etymology

From Persian سمیرا.

How popular is Samira?

#723girls, 2025
387U.S. babies in 2025
#723peak rank (2025)
8,875babies since 1880

Since 1880, 8,875 girls in the U.S. have been named Samira. Its highest rank for girls was #723 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #723 for girls, with 387 babies given the name.

18801920196020002025387 peak/yr
U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Samira FAQ

What does the name Samira mean?

A female given name from Persian mainly used by Persians. From Persian سمیرا.

What is the origin of the name Samira?

Samira is listed as a name of Persian mainly used by Persians origin.

How popular is the name Samira?

Since 1880, 8,875 girls in the U.S. have been named Samira. Its highest rank for girls was #723 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #723 for girls, with 387 babies given the name.

Is Samira a boy or girl name?

Samira is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 8,875 girls and 0 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.