سامية

Samia

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Samia is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Exalted, lofty”.

MeaningExalted, lofty
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Written asسامية
PronunciationSAH-mee-ah
TraditionMuslim
Used inNorth Africa, Egypt, Levant, Pakistan

Meaning and origin of Samia

Samia is the feminine of Sāmī and grows from a root about height and rising, which also gives samā', the sky. The name describes a person of high character and noble aims, someone whose goals reach upward. North African, Egyptian and Levantine families all know it well, while South Asian families often spell it Samiya or Samiyah. It is short, elegant and easy to say in many languages.

Is Samia a Muslim name?

Samia is an Arabic Islamic name meaning exalted or lofty.

How popular is Samia?

North African countries such as Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia use it widely, as do Egypt and the Levant, and it also appears in Pakistan and East Africa.

Gifts with the name Samia

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Spellings and variants of Samia

SamiyaSamiyahSamiha

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Samia mean?

Samia means 'Exalted, lofty'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Samia a Muslim name?

Samia is an Arabic Islamic name meaning exalted or lofty.

How do you pronounce Samia?

Samia is pronounced SAH-mee-ah.

Is Samia a boy or girl name?

Samia is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.