Sumeyye
Sumeyye is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of the first martyr of Islam”.
| Meaning | Name of the first martyr of Islam |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Sumayya |
| Arabic spelling | سمية |
| Pronunciation | soo-MAY-yeh |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sumeyye
Sümeyye is the Turkish form of Sumayya. Sumayya bint Khayyāṭ, mother of ʿAmmār ibn Yāsir, was among the earliest converts in Mecca and is regarded as the first martyr of Islam, killed by Abū Jahl for refusing to renounce her faith. The name is often explained as 'high' or 'exalted'. It is very popular in modern Turkey.
Is Sumeyye a Muslim name?
Yes. Sümeyye is the Turkish version of Sumayya, honouring the first martyr of Islam.
Where is the name Sumeyye used?
Popular in Turkey; Sumeja is the Bosnian form.
Gifts with the name Sumeyye
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sumeyye mean?
Sumeyye means 'Name of the first martyr of Islam'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Sumayya.
Is Sumeyye a Muslim name?
Yes. Sümeyye is the Turkish version of Sumayya, honouring the first martyr of Islam.
How do you write Sumeyye in Arabic?
Sumeyye is written سمية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sumeyye?
Sumeyye is pronounced soo-MAY-yeh.