Sumaya
Sumaya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Classical name of Sumayya, first martyr of Islam”.
| Meaning | Classical name of Sumayya, first martyr of Islam |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سمية |
| Pronunciation | soo-MAI-yah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sumaya
Sumaya is a simplified spelling of Sumayya. The name is honoured through Sumayya bint Khayyāṭ, who, with her husband Yāsir and son ʿAmmār, was persecuted in Makkah for her faith and became the first martyr of Islam. It is popularly explained as 'high, elevated', though the derivation is debated.
Is Sumaya a Muslim name?
Yes. Sumaya is a Muslim name, a form of Sumayya, the first martyr of Islam.
Where is the name Sumaya used?
Used across the Muslim world, from Somalia and Sudan to Pakistan and the West.
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Spellings and variants of Sumaya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sumaya mean?
Sumaya means 'Classical name of Sumayya, first martyr of Islam'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sumaya a Muslim name?
Yes. Sumaya is a Muslim name, a form of Sumayya, the first martyr of Islam.
How do you write Sumaya in Arabic?
Sumaya is written سمية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sumaya?
Sumaya is pronounced soo-MAI-yah.