Sumaiya
Sumaiya is a Muslim girl name meaning “High, exalted; form of Sumayya”.
| Meaning | High, exalted; form of Sumayya |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سمية |
| Pronunciation | soo-MAI-yah |
| Arabic root | س م و (s-m-w) — to be high, elevated |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sumaiya
Sumaiya is a common South Asian spelling of Sumayya, usually explained as 'high, elevated'. Sumayya bint Khayyāṭ, mother of ʿAmmār ibn Yāsir, is honoured as the first martyr of Islam, killed in Makkah for refusing to renounce her faith. The name is very popular in Bangladesh.
Is Sumaiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Sumaiya is a Muslim name, the name of Sumayya bint Khayyat, the first martyr of Islam.
Where is the name Sumaiya used?
Very common in Bangladesh and used throughout the Muslim world.
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Spellings and variants of Sumaiya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sumaiya mean?
Sumaiya means 'High, exalted; form of Sumayya'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sumaiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Sumaiya is a Muslim name, the name of Sumayya bint Khayyat, the first martyr of Islam.
How do you write Sumaiya in Arabic?
Sumaiya is written سمية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sumaiya?
Sumaiya is pronounced soo-MAI-yah.