Sumaya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sumaya has Arabic origins and means elevated or sublime. It has evolved through forms like Sumayah and Sumaiah. The name is associated with positive traits and holds significance in Islamic history. It does not have a biblical background and has gained popularity in Muslim cultures.
The name Sumaya is most popular in Minnesota, 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, Sumaya has been stalled 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, 'Sumaya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10265th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2676th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2249th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sumaya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sumaya"
Pronunciation
/suːˈmaɪə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Sumaya is derived from the Arabic root 'س م ي' which means 'to be elevated' or 'to be sublime'. It is often associated with high status and respect.
Meaning
elevated, sublime
Language Evolution
Sumayah, Sumaiah, Sumaiya
Historical Usage
Sumaya gained popularity in the Muslim world due to its association with early Islamic history, particularly as the name of one of the first martyrs in Islam.
Variants & Derivatives
Sumayah, Sumaiya, Sumaiah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sumaya is viewed as a beautiful and meaningful name, often chosen for its cultural significance and positive connotations.
Famous People
Sumaya Abdullah, Sumaya al-Qudsi
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sumaya"
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 "Sumaya"
"Sumaya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10265th of 27321 | 91 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2676th of 35406 | 981 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2249th of 30306 | 989 |
Regional Popularity of "Sumaya" 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 "Sumaya" 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) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
31.49% 1443rd/4582 |
43.94% 2269th/5164 |
71.54% 5232nd/7313 |
39.92% 2979th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
30.80% 1227th/3984 |
42.14% 1891st/4487 |
76.47% 5217th/6822 |
35.80% 2247th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sumaya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sumaya" 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.