Samira
Samira is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning “Companion in evening conversation”, pronounced sah-MEER-ah. It ranked #723 in the United States in 2025, given to 387 babies, and peaked at #723 in 2025. Common nicknames: Sami, Mira, Sam.
How popular is Samira 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 Samira mean, and where does it come from?
Samira is the feminine of Samir, from the Arabic samar — the evening talk, the conversation that runs past midnight. It is used from Morocco to Iran, and among Muslim families across Europe; in Persian it carries the additional sense of an entertaining storyteller. American records hold it from 1961; it entered the top thousand in 2002 and reached its highest position in 2025. Its three even syllables and soft consonants make it one of the easiest Arabic names for English speakers to carry.
How is Samira used around the world?
Samira is used in 2 languages worldwide.
Male FormSamir
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Samira?
Famous People Named Samira
- Samira Makhmalbaf — Iranian film director
- Sameera Moussa — Egyptian nuclear physicist
- Samira Said — Moroccan singer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Samira mean?
Samira is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning "Companion in evening conversation." Samira is the feminine of Samir, from the Arabic samar — the evening talk, the conversation that runs past midnight. It is used from Morocco to Iran, and among Muslim families across Europe; in Persian it carries the additional sense of an entertaining storyteller.
How do you pronounce Samira?
Samira is pronounced sah-MEER-ah. Common variations include Sameera, Samirah, Semira.
Is Samira a girl name?
Yes, Samira is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Sami, Mira, Sam.