Girl
Samara
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About Samara
Exotic yet approachable, this name strikes a beautiful balance between the unfamiliar and the accessible. It has an almost mystical quality, suggesting depth and intrigue without feeling overly complicated. The name flows beautifully off the tongue with its balanced syllables and soft consonants. There's a certain quiet elegance to it—it doesn't shout for attention but rather draws people in with its distinctive beauty.
Parents who select this name often appreciate its multicultural appeal and the way it feels both ancient and contemporary simultaneously. It's substantial enough for professional settings yet lovely enough for everyday use. The name has been gaining recognition in recent years, which means it's familiar enough not to cause confusion, yet rare enough to feel special. For a daughter who you hope will move through the world with grace and confidence, this name provides an excellent foundation.
Popularity of the Name Samara
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | #991 | #862 | #224 | #667 | #779 |
| 1998 | #989 | #807 | #361 | #577 | |
| 1999 | #940 | #974 | #313 | #688 | |
| 2000 | #888 | #251 | #834 | ||
| 2001 | #883 | #890 | #166 | #720 | |
| 2002 | #929 | #923 | #146 | #583 | |
| 2003 | #456 | #822 | #154 | #452 | |
| 2004 | #365 | #610 | #239 | #408 | |
| 2005 | #380 | #585 | #193 | #440 | |
| 2006 | #349 | #583 | #200 | #738 | #347 |
| 2007 | #456 | #735 | #208 | #463 | #398 |
| 2008 | #500 | #737 | #174 | #498 | |
| 2009 | #509 | #766 | #287 | #514 | |
| 2010 | #602 | #975 | #234 | #438 | |
| 2011 | #557 | #864 | #248 | #603 | #467 |
| 2012 | #569 | #772 | #423 | #493 | |
| 2013 | #583 | #771 | #280 | #532 | |
| 2014 | #635 | #758 | #243 | #839 | #550 |
| 2015 | #633 | #808 | #437 | #617 | |
| 2016 | #475 | #751 | #263 | #537 | |
| 2017 | #324 | #876 | #291 | #562 | |
| 2018 | #256 | #846 | #254 | #830 | |
| 2019 | #328 | #766 | #367 | #678 | #557 |
| 2020 | #351 | #417 | #582 | ||
| 2021 | #374 | #396 | #555 | ||
| 2022 | #299 | #856 | #592 | ||
| 2023 | #259 | #808 | #295 | #547 | |
| 2024 | #309 | #454 | #689 | ||
| 2025 | #320 | #961 | #348 | #763 | |
| 1980 | #297 | ||||
| 1988 | #188 | ||||
| 1989 | #287 | ||||
| 1990 | #285 | ||||
| 1991 | #333 | #620 | |||
| 1992 | #337 | #564 | |||
| 1993 | #283 | #615 | |||
| 1994 | #243 | #782 | |||
| 1995 | #237 | #679 | |||
| 1996 | #287 | #810 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Samara
Names Similar to Samara
Nicknames for Samara
- Sam
- Sammy
- Mara
- Sara
- Mari
Famous People Named Samara
| Samara Weaving | Australian actress |
| Samara Hutman | American filmmaker and educator |
| Samara Downs | Canadian Paralympic swimmer |
| Samara Golden | American visual artist |
| Samara Ginsberg | British cellist |
| Samara Tugwell | Australian radio host |
| Samara Crociati | Italian beach volleyball player |
| Samara Saraiva | Brazilian musician and composer |
| Samara Freemark | American journalist and podcast producer |
| Samara Linton | British doctor and writer |
| Samara Lubelski | American musician and composer |
| Samara O'Shea | American author and handwriting expert |
| Samara Plummer | Jamaican long jumper |
| Samara Sodos | American singer-songwriter |
| Samara Winterfeld | German footballer |
| Samara Yung | Canadian singer-songwriter |
| Samara Bay | American painter |
| Samara Dahlgren | Swedish ice hockey player |
| Samara Felippo | Brazilian actress |
| Samara Lima | Brazilian taekwondo athlete |
Characters Named Samara
| Samara Morgan | Character from the movie "The Ring" |
| Samara Cook | Character from the TV series "Skins" |
| Samara Johnson | Character from the film "She's All That" |
| Samara Dunkle | Character from the book "The Gemma Doyle Trilogy" |
| Samara Redway | Character from the book "Wings of Fire" |
| Samara Wells | Character from the TV series "Revenge" |
| Samara Cunningham | Character from the movie "Untraceable" |
| Samara Hodel | Character from the TV series "I Am the Night" |