Find out how popular the first name Samra has been for the last 49 years (from 1974 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Samra by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Samra is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 14 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Samra.

The history of the first name Samra

The name Samra has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, dating back to the 7th century CE. It is derived from the Arabic word "samara," which means "fruit" or "fruitful." The name is associated with fertility, abundance, and prosperity.

In the early Islamic era, Samra was a relatively common name among Arab women, particularly in the regions of the Arabian Peninsula, Levant, and North Africa. It was often given to newborn girls as a symbol of hope for a prosperous and fruitful life.

While the name itself does not appear to be directly mentioned in religious scriptures or ancient texts, its linguistic roots can be traced back to the Quranic Arabic language and the cultural traditions of the Islamic world.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Samra dates back to the 8th century CE, when a woman named Samra bint Abi Nasr was a renowned poet and scholar in the court of the Abbasid Caliph, Harun al-Rashid, in Baghdad.

Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Samra:

1. Samra al-Qurashi (c. 630-670 CE), a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and one of the earliest Muslim women scholars.
2. Samra bint Yahya al-Mawsili (c. 830-900 CE), an influential Arab musician and singer during the Abbasid Caliphate.
3. Samra Younis (1912-1995), a Palestinian writer and activist who advocated for women's rights and education.
4. Samra Saeed (born 1989), a Jordanian entrepreneur and founder of the technology company, Soulforce.
5. Samra Habis (born 1986), a Syrian-Canadian visual artist known for her work exploring themes of displacement and identity.

These examples illustrate the enduring presence of the name Samra across different regions and eras, reflecting its cultural significance and connection to the Arabic language and heritage.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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