Girl
Samira
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About Samira
Elegant and worldly, Samira has graced countless families across continents for generations. This name possesses a timeless quality that never feels dated, moving effortlessly through different stages of life from childhood through adulthood. The three-syllable structure creates a melodic rhythm that's pleasing to the ear, while the name itself exudes sophistication without pretension. Samira works equally well in professional settings and casual environments, offering versatility that many parents seek. The name has literary and historical associations that add depth, yet it remains fresh and contemporary. It pairs beautifully with both simple and elaborate middle names, providing excellent flexibility for creating the perfect name combination that reflects family heritage and personal taste.
Popularity of the Name Samira
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | #908 | #463 | #819 | |
| 2003 | #792 | #557 | #805 | #652 |
| 2004 | #995 | #443 | #796 | |
| 2005 | #975 | #480 | #834 | #748 |
| 2017 | #993 | #939 | ||
| 2018 | #913 | #971 | ||
| 2019 | #992 | #931 | #845 | |
| 2020 | #928 | #780 | #972 | #988 |
| 2021 | #927 | #875 | ||
| 2022 | #781 | #1000 | ||
| 2023 | #802 | #597 | #921 | |
| 2024 | #774 | |||
| 2025 | #723 | |||
| 1997 | #613 | #780 | ||
| 1998 | #668 | #939 | ||
| 1999 | #587 | #432 | #782 | |
| 2000 | #523 | #920 | ||
| 2001 | #577 | #595 | ||
| 2006 | #507 | #924 | #971 | |
| 2007 | #579 | #818 | #649 | |
| 2008 | #550 | #775 | ||
| 2009 | #555 | #807 | ||
| 2010 | #620 | #878 | #751 | |
| 2011 | #636 | |||
| 2012 | #773 | #915 | ||
| 2013 | #793 | |||
| 2014 | #881 | #799 | ||
| 2016 | #790 | #574 | ||
| 1993 | #837 | |||
| 1994 | #887 | |||
| 1995 | #680 | |||
| 1996 | #961 | |||
| 2015 | #810 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Samira
Names Similar to Samira
Nicknames for Samira
- Sam
- Sami
- Mira
- Sammy
Famous People Named Samira
| Samira Ahmed | British journalist and broadcaster |
| Samira Makhmalbaf | Iranian filmmaker |
| Samira Wiley | American actress |
| Samira Said | Moroccan-Egyptian singer |
| Samira Bawumia | Ghanaian Second Lady |
| Samira Ibrahim | Egyptian women's rights activist |
| Samira Mighty | British reality TV personality |
| Samira Rajab | Bahraini politician |
| Samira Sadeque | Bangladeshi journalist |
| Samira Khalil | Syrian human rights activist |
| Samira Agnihotri | Indian poet and writer |
| Samira Negrouche | Algerian poet |
| Samira Al-Khalil | Lebanese human rights activist |
| Samira Izadi Page | Iranian-American activist |
| Samira Khan | Pakistani television presenter |
| Samira Harnish | Iraqi-American philanthropist |
| Samira Koppikar | Indian singer-songwriter |
| Samira Al Nuaimi | Qatari artist |
| Samira Asgari | Iranian scientist |
| Samira Bellil | French author and activist |
Characters Named Samira
| Samira Ahmed | The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas |
| Samira Wiley | Orange is the New Black - TV series |
| Samira Osman | Coronation Street - TV character |
| Samira Nazir | EastEnders - TV character |
| Samira Daneshvar | Sara's Notebook - film character |
| Samira Al-Qassim | Homeland - TV character |
| Samira El Fadli | A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night - film character |
| Samira Al-Mashrawi | Bethlehem - film character |
| Samira Mohebali | Grand Hotel - TV series character |
| Samira Grimsdottir | Splinter Cell - Conviction - video game character |
| Samira Khan | The Reluctant Fundamentalist - film character |
| Samira Rahmani | The Kite Runner - book character |
| Samira Collins | The Vampire Diaries - TV series character |