Sameeha
Sameeha is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Generous, kind, forgiving”.
| Meaning | Generous, kind, forgiving |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | سميحة |
| Pronunciation | sah-MEE-hah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Pakistan, India, Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Sameeha
Sameeha is how South Asian families usually write Samīḥa, the feminine form of Samīḥ. Its root describes open-handed generosity and a relaxed, forgiving nature, the quality also expressed in the word samāḥa, magnanimity. In the Arab world the name is usually written Samiha, while families in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh favour Sameeha, and Turkish families say Semiha. It suits a daughter who is hoped to be big-hearted and quick to forgive.
Is Sameeha a Muslim name?
Sameeha is an Arabic Islamic name describing a generous and forgiving woman.
How popular is Sameeha?
Egypt and the Levant use Samiha, Turkey uses Semiha, and South Asian families write it Sameeha.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sameeha mean?
Sameeha means 'Generous, kind, forgiving'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Sameeha a Muslim name?
Sameeha is an Arabic Islamic name describing a generous and forgiving woman.
How do you pronounce Sameeha?
Sameeha is pronounced sah-MEE-hah.
Is Sameeha a boy or girl name?
Sameeha is usually a girl name.