Samiha
Samiha is a Muslim girl name meaning “Generous, forgiving, magnanimous”.
| Meaning | Generous, forgiving, magnanimous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سميحة |
| Pronunciation | sah-MEE-hah |
| Arabic root | س م ح (s-m-ḥ) — to be generous, forgiving |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Samiha
Samiha is the feminine of Samīḥ, describing someone generous and easygoing in dealings with others. The root s-m-ḥ also gives samāḥa, 'tolerance and generosity', a quality praised in hadith: 'May God have mercy on a man who is generous when he sells and when he buys.' The name is popular in Egypt, the Levant and Turkey (as Semiha).
Is Samiha a Muslim name?
Yes. Samiha is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'generous and forgiving'.
Where is the name Samiha used?
Common in Egypt and the Levant; Semiha is the Turkish form.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Samiha mean?
Samiha means 'Generous, forgiving, magnanimous'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Samiha a Muslim name?
Yes. Samiha is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'generous and forgiving'.
How do you write Samiha in Arabic?
Samiha is written سميحة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Samiha?
Samiha is pronounced sah-MEE-hah.