Samira
Samira is a girls' name of Arabic origin meaning “entertaining female companion.” It ranked #700 in the United States in 2025. Samira is the feminine form of Samir, meaning 'entertaining companion' or 'one who converses pleasantly in the evening.
how do you pronounce Samira?
sah-MEER-ah
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what does Samira mean?
The name Samira means “entertaining female companion.” It comes from the Arabic language tradition.
Samira is the feminine form of Samir, meaning 'entertaining companion' or 'one who converses pleasantly in the evening.' It is popular across the Arab world, South Asia, and increasingly in Western countries.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #700 |
| 2023 | #680 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Samira?
- Samira Wiley (American actress)
- Samira Ahmed (British journalist)
- Samira Said (Moroccan singer)
what names are similar to Samira?
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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