Name meaning
Samia
Girl's nameƏrəb mənşəli
Denotes the sense of hearing, a sensitive woman who listens attentively.
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Name meaning and origin
Samia comes from the Arabic root sam' (to hear) and means the sense of hearing, one who listens attentively; its masculine form Sami shares the same root. This root also appears in God's name as-Sami (the All-Hearing), which is why the word is considered to carry a religious tone in Arabic.
In Azerbaijan, Samia is used as an independent girl name and evokes the image of an attentive, sensitive woman who listens to those around her. Although the name is rare, because its meaning is clear there is no religious obstacle to choosing it.
Name details
- Gender
- Girl's name
- Origin
- Ərəb mənşəli
- Letter count
- 5
- Appears in the Quran
- No
- Variants
- Samia, Samiya
- Pronunciation
- sɑ.mi.ˈæ
Frequently asked questions
The most asked questions about this name.
What is the meaning of the name Samia?
Samia means the sense of hearing, one who listens attentively; it is the feminine form of the Arabic name Sami.Is the name Samia mentioned in the Quran?
No, the name Samia does not appear in the Quran, but its root is the same as Allah's name as-Sami'.Is Samia a boy or a girl name?
Samia is a girl name.