Summayyah
Summayyah 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-MAY-yah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Summayyah
Summayyah is a variant spelling of Sumayyah in which the doubled consonant has been placed on the 'm' instead of the 'y'. It refers to the same name, borne by Sumayya bint Khayyāṭ, mother of the Companion ʿAmmār ibn Yāsir and the first martyr of Islam. The standard spelling is Sumayyah.
Is Summayyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Summayyah is a spelling of Sumayyah, the name of the first martyr in Islam.
Where is the name Summayyah used?
Seen occasionally in Nigeria, Pakistan and the diaspora; Sumayyah is far more usual.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Summayyah mean?
Summayyah means 'Classical name of Sumayya, first martyr of Islam'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Summayyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Summayyah is a spelling of Sumayyah, the name of the first martyr in Islam.
How do you write Summayyah in Arabic?
Summayyah is written سمية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Summayyah?
Summayyah is pronounced soo-MAY-yah.