Sumayyah
Sumayyah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Name of Sumayya, first martyr of Islam”.
| Meaning | Name of Sumayya, first martyr of Islam |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | سمية |
| Pronunciation | soo-MAY-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Sumayyah
Sumayyah honours Sumayyah bint Khayyāṭ, who was among the first seven believers to announce their Islam publicly in Makkah. She and her family endured torture because of their faith, and Abu Jahl took her life, so she is remembered as Islam's first martyr. People often relate the name to loftiness and height, from samā, but the classical sources never fixed its meaning for certain.
Is Sumayyah a Muslim name?
For Muslims, Sumayyah is a name heavy with history, since it belonged to the first believer to die for the faith.
How popular is Sumayyah?
It is widely used throughout the Muslim world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sumayyah mean?
Sumayyah means 'Name of Sumayya, first martyr of Islam'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Sumayyah a Muslim name?
For Muslims, Sumayyah is a name heavy with history, since it belonged to the first believer to die for the faith.
How do you pronounce Sumayyah?
Sumayyah is pronounced soo-MAY-yah.
Is Sumayyah a boy or girl name?
Sumayyah is usually a girl name.