Samah
Samah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Forgiveness, generosity”.
| Meaning | Forgiveness, generosity |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سماح |
| Pronunciation | sa-MAAH |
| Arabic root | س م ح (s-m-ḥ) — to be generous, to forgive |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Samah
Samah (Samāḥ) means forgiveness, tolerance and generosity. The same root gives samḥ, easy-going and generous, and tasāmuḥ, tolerance. The name is popular in Egypt and the Levant, and also in the Gulf and Pakistan. Its meaning reflects the Islamic value of pardoning others.
Is Samah a Muslim name?
Yes. Samah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning forgiveness and generosity.
Where is the name Samah used?
Common in Egypt, Jordan, Palestine and Saudi Arabia.
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Spellings and variants of Samah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Samah mean?
Samah means 'Forgiveness, generosity'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Samah a Muslim name?
Yes. Samah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning forgiveness and generosity.
How do you write Samah in Arabic?
Samah is written سماح in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Samah?
Samah is pronounced sa-MAAH.