Samara
Meaning of Samara
Samara is a beautiful female name of Hebrew origin. Its soft syllables are pronounced suh-MAHR-uh in English and slightly differently, as suh-MAH-ruh, in Russian. Some variations of Samara include Samaira and Samira, offering just as much elegance and charm. Over the years, the popularity of Samara has seen an intriguing progression in the United States. In recent times, its highest rank was at 256 in 2018 with 1,268 occurrences. It first appeared on the charts back in 1949 and gradually gained favor among parents over the decades. Despite slight fluctuations over time, this timeless name remains a beloved choice for many expecting parents today.
Pronunciation
Russian
- Pronunced as suh-MAH-ruh (/sʌˈmarʌ/)
English
- Pronunced as suh-MAHR-uh (/səˈmɑrə/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
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Notable People Named Samara
| Samara Weaving is an Australian actress and model known for her roles in Out of the Blue and Home and Away. |
| Samara Ortiz Cruz is a professional footballer known for her role as a defender for Deportivo La Coruña. |
| Samara Rae Heavrin is a Republican politician from Kentucky, serving as the representative for District 18 in the State House. |
