Samia
Samia is a Muslim girl name meaning “Elevated, exalted, lofty”.
| Meaning | Elevated, exalted, lofty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سامية |
| Pronunciation | SAH-mee-ah |
| Arabic root | س م و (s-m-w) — to be high, to rise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Samia
Samia is the feminine of Sāmī, from the root for height and loftiness, the same root that gives samā' (sky). It describes someone of high character and noble aims. The name is widely used in North Africa, Egypt and the Levant, and in South Asia it is often spelled Samiya or Samiyah.
Is Samia a Muslim name?
Yes. Samia is an Arabic Muslim name meaning exalted or lofty.
Where is the name Samia used?
Popular in Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt and the Levant, and also used in Pakistan and East Africa.
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Spellings and variants of Samia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Samia mean?
Samia means 'Elevated, exalted, lofty'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Samia a Muslim name?
Yes. Samia is an Arabic Muslim name meaning exalted or lofty.
How do you write Samia in Arabic?
Samia is written سامية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Samia?
Samia is pronounced SAH-mee-ah.