Samira
Meaning of Samira
The name Samira is a beautiful and elegant choice for a baby girl, with rich cultural roots and global appeal. Originating from Persian, Indian (Hindi), and Arabic traditions, Samira carries the meaning of "companion in evening talk" or "entertaining companion." This name reflects warmth, sociability, and charm. Pronounced as suh-MEE-ruh (/səˈmiːrə/ or /səˈmɪrə/), Samira has a melodious sound that resonates well in various languages.
Samira has seen consistent popularity in the United States over the decades, with its highest rank being 788 in 2003. In recent years, it has maintained steady usage, ranking at 801 in 2023 with 349 occurrences. The name's enduring presence indicates its timeless appeal to parents seeking a name that is both unique and culturally significant.
A variation of this name is Samir, which can be used for boys or as an alternative spelling for girls. Whether you are drawn to its lyrical pronunciation or its meaningful origin, Samira is a wonderful choice that brings with it a sense of tradition and modernity combined.
Pronunciation
Persian,Indian (Hindi)
- Pronunced as suh-MEE-ruh (/səˈmiːrə/)
Arabic
- Pronunced as suh-MEE-ruh (/səˈmɪrə/)
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Notable People Named Samira
| Samira Manners is a bilingual British-Swedish singer-songwriter signed to Cardiac Records / Sony Music Sweden, known for her upbringing speaking English at home in Sweden. |
| Samira Makhmalbaf is an acclaimed Iranian filmmaker and screenwriter, known for her contributions to the Iranian New Wave and her multiple award wins and nominations, including 2 Jury Prizes at Cannes Film Festival. |
| Samira Ali Gutoc is a prominent Filipina civic leader, journalist, environmentalist, women's rights advocate, and politician who has played key roles in the Regional Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao and the Bangsamoro Transition Commission. |
| Samira Denise Wiley is an American actress known for her roles in Orange Is the New Black and The Handmaid's Tale, for which she won a Primetime Emmy Award. |
| Samira Abdelrazak Bensaïd, also known as Samira Said, is a Moroccan-Egyptian singer renowned for her contributions to the Egyptian Arabic music genre. |
| Samira Efendi, also known as Efendi, is an Azerbaijani singer who represented Azerbaijan in the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 with the song "Mata Hari". |
| Samira Kiani is an Associate Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and a prominent figure in the field of CRISPR and synthetic biology. |
| Samira Rafaela is a Dutch politician serving as a Member of the European Parliament for Democrats 66 since 2019 and was previously a member of the young democrats. |
| Samira Asghari, the first representative from Afghanistan and one of the youngest ever members to join the International Olympic Committee, has been a prominent figure in Afghan sports and Olympic administration. |
| Samira Khashoggi was a Saudi Arabian progressive author and founder of Al Sharkiah magazine, known for her connections to prominent businessmen and her untimely death at the age of 51. |
| Samira Hashi is a Somali-British model, social activist, and community worker based in London. |
| Samira Fazal is a renowned Pakistani author and screenwriter, celebrated for her work on popular dramas such as Dastaan, Vasl, Khamoshiyan, Bari Aapa, and Mera Naseeb, for which she received the Lux Style Award for best TV Writer in 2012. |
| Samira Saleh Ali al-Naimi was an Iraqi human rights activist and lawyer who was abducted, tortured, and publicly executed by ISIS for speaking out against their actions. |
| Samira Nawa Amini is a Danish politician and member of the Folketing for the Social Liberal Party, elected in the 2019 Danish general election. |
| Samira bint Abdullah Al Saud - Princess Samira bint Abdullah Al Faisal Al Farhan Al Saud is a Saudi princess, disability advocate, and philanthropist who promotes awareness of disabilities, particularly autism and schizophrenia, in Saudi Arabia. |
