Samar
Samar is a Muslim unisex name of Arabic; also Sanskrit origin, meaning “Evening conversation (Arabic); battle (Sanskrit)”.
| Meaning | Evening conversation (Arabic); battle (Sanskrit) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic; also Sanskrit |
| Written as | समर / سمر |
| Pronunciation | SUH-mur |
| Tradition | Muslim, Hindu |
| Used in | India, Pakistan, Lebanon, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Samar
Samar is two unrelated names that happen to sound alike. In Arabic, samar refers to conversation and storytelling in the evening, and the name is used mainly for girls in the Arab world. In Sanskrit, samara means 'war' or 'battlefield', and in India Samar is a boys' name with a bold, heroic ring, often found in compounds like Samarjeet, 'victorious in battle'.
Is Samar a Muslim name?
In Muslim usage Samar is an Arabic word name with no Quranic figure attached. In Hindu usage it comes from Sanskrit epic vocabulary and is valued for its sense of courage.
How popular is Samar?
A girls' name across the Arab world and a boys' name in India and Pakistan.
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Spellings and variants of Samar
Names similar to Samar
More Muslim unisex names
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Samar mean?
Samar means 'Evening conversation (Arabic); battle (Sanskrit)'. It is of Arabic; also Sanskrit origin.
Is Samar a Muslim name?
In Muslim usage Samar is an Arabic word name with no Quranic figure attached. In Hindu usage it comes from Sanskrit epic vocabulary and is valued for its sense of courage.
How do you pronounce Samar?
Samar is pronounced SUH-mur.
Is Samar a boy or girl name?
Samar is used for both boys and girls.