Somaya
Somaya is a Muslim girl name meaning “High, exalted”.
| Meaning | High, exalted |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سمية |
| Pronunciation | soo-MAY-yah |
| Arabic root | س م و (s-m-w) — to be high |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Somaya
Somaya is an Egyptian spelling of Sumayya, a name honoured in Islam through Sumayya bint Khayyat, mother of Ammar ibn Yasir. She was the first martyr in Islam, killed in Makkah for refusing to give up her faith. The name is usually explained as 'high' or 'lofty'.
Is Somaya a Muslim name?
Yes. Somaya (Sumayya) is a Muslim name; Sumayya bint Khayyat was the first martyr of Islam.
Where is the name Somaya used?
Used in Egypt; Sumayya and its variants are found worldwide.
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Spellings and variants of Somaya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Somaya mean?
Somaya means 'High, exalted'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Somaya a Muslim name?
Yes. Somaya (Sumayya) is a Muslim name; Sumayya bint Khayyat was the first martyr of Islam.
How do you write Somaya in Arabic?
Somaya is written سمية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Somaya?
Somaya is pronounced soo-MAY-yah.