Sama Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sama has Arabic origins, meaning 'sky' or 'heaven'. It has evolved through various forms in different languages and is associated with beauty and elevation. There is no biblical relevance linked to the name. It has gained popularity in contemporary culture, often seen as elegant. Notable individuals with this name include Sama Hayek and Sama Al-Masri.
The name Sama is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sama has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Sama' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16492nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4888th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2016th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sama' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sama"
Pronunciation
/ˈsɑːmə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Sama originates from Arabic, meaning 'sky' or 'heaven'. It is often associated with beauty and elevation.
Meaning
sky, heaven
Language Evolution
Sama (Arabic), Sama (Persian)
Historical Usage
The name Sama has been used in various cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking regions, and has gained popularity in modern times as a symbol of beauty and grace.
Variants & Derivatives
Samah, Samaa, Samaah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Sama is perceived as elegant and is often chosen for its lyrical quality and positive connotations.
Famous People
Sama Hayek, Sama Al-Masri
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sama"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Sama"
"Sama" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16492nd of 27321 | 31 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4888th of 35406 | 430 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2016th of 30306 | 1,164 |
Regional Popularity of "Sama" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Sama" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
72.61% 3327th/4582 |
54.12% 2795th/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
59.12% 4412th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.78% 1505th/3984 |
37.98% 1704th/4487 |
34.39% 2346th/6822 |
29.13% 1828th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sama"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sama" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.