Sameer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sameer originates from Arabic, meaning 'entertaining companion'. It has evolved from historical forms such as Samir and Sameer ibn Zayd. The name embodies traits of sociability and friendliness, with no biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in various cultures, especially among Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities.
The name Sameer is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sameer has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Sameer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2270th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1649th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1484th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2138th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Sameer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sameer"
Pronunciation
/səˈmɪər/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Sameer comes from the Arabic root 's-m-r' which means 'to be entertaining' or 'companion in the evening'. It is often associated with friendliness and sociability.
Meaning
entertaining companion
Language Evolution
Sameer, Samir, Sameer ibn Zayd
Historical Usage
Sameer has been used in various cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking countries, and has gained popularity among Muslim communities worldwide in recent decades.
Variants & Derivatives
Samir, Sameera, Samira
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sameer is viewed as a modern, culturally rich name that conveys warmth and friendliness. It is often favored for its positive connotations.
Famous People
Sameer Anjaan, Sameer Dattani, Sameer Sharma
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sameer"
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 "Sameer"
"Sameer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2270th of 10718 | 281 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1649th of 16616 | 737 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1484th of 24088 | 1,525 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2138th of 23106 | 800 |
Regional Popularity of "Sameer" 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) |
44.43% 1305th/2937 |
41.98% 1462nd/3483 |
- |
42.61% 1723rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
40.87% 1506th/3685 |
24.00% 1074th/4475 |
36.18% 1879th/5194 |
23.44% 1481st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
36.95% 1693rd/4582 |
16.83% 869th/5164 |
23.47% 1716th/7313 |
18.06% 1348th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
56.95% 2269th/3984 |
29.66% 1331st/4487 |
43.23% 2949th/6822 |
29.88% 1875th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Sameer" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sameer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sameer" 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.