Samir
Samir is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “Companion in evening conversation”, pronounced sah-MEER. It ranked #643 in the United States in 2025, given to 434 babies, and peaked at #586 in 2023. Common nicknames: Sam, Sami.
How popular is Samir in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Samir mean, and where does it come from?
Samir comes from the Arabic samar, the talk that goes on into the night — a samir is the companion you spend those hours with, the good conversationalist. It is used across the Arab world, the Balkans and India, where a separate Sanskrit Samir means wind or breeze. American records hold it from 1957 and it entered the top thousand in 1977, holding its place steadily since. Its two senses, a friend who talks well and a moving breeze, are unusually good things for a name to mean.
How is Samir used around the world?
Samir is used in 5 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
Female FormSamira
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Samir?
Famous People Named Samir
- Samir Amin — Egyptian-French economist and theorist of dependency
- Samir Nasri — French international footballer
- Samir Geagea — Lebanese political leader
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Samir mean?
Samir is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning "Companion in evening conversation." Samir comes from the Arabic samar, the talk that goes on into the night — a samir is the companion you spend those hours with, the good conversationalist. It is used across the Arab world, the Balkans and India, where a separate Sanskrit Samir means wind or breeze.
How do you pronounce Samir?
Samir is pronounced sah-MEER. Common variations include Sameer, Samer, Samira.
Is Samir a boy name?
Yes, Samir is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Sam, Sami.