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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Sky (Arabic سما, from a root associated with height/heaven)
- Origin
- Arabic
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- SAH-muh
Sama (SAH-muh) is an Arabic name meaning "sky," taken from the Arabic word سما and a root associated with height and heaven. It's short, soft, and easy to say, with two open syllables that flow together. For a parent drawn to nature-inspired names with real meaning behind them, it offers a clear and simple image.
Meaning & Origin of Sama
Meaning: Sky (Arabic سما, from a root associated with height/heaven).
Origin: Arabic.
How to Pronounce Sama
SAH-muhIPA /ˈsɑːmə/
Popularity of Sama
Sama ranked #1384 in the U.S. in 2024, with 163 babies given the name that year. That is also its highest rank in the Social Security data, which runs from 1983 to 2024.
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These names have followed a similar path to Sama in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Sama mean?
Sky (Arabic سما, from a root associated with height/heaven).
How do you pronounce Sama?
Sama is pronounced SAH-muh (IPA: /ˈsɑːmə/).
Is Sama a popular name right now?
Sama is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #1384 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1983–2024.)
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