سامي

Sami

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Sami is a Muslim boy name meaning “Exalted, sublime”.

MeaningExalted, sublime
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingسامي
PronunciationSAH-mee
Arabic rootس م و (s-m-w) — height, loftiness
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Sami

Sami is the Arabic Sāmī, lofty or elevated, from the same root as samāʾ, sky. It is a popular name across the Arab world, Turkey (Sami) and among North African families. It is unrelated to the Finnish Sámi or the English nickname Sammy.

Is Sami a Muslim name?

Yes. Sami is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'exalted'.

Where is the name Sami used?

Widely used in the Arab world and Turkey.

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Spellings and variants of Sami

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Sami mean?

Sami means 'Exalted, sublime'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Sami a Muslim name?

Yes. Sami is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'exalted'.

How do you write Sami in Arabic?

Sami is written سامي in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Sami?

Sami is pronounced SAH-mee.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.