Samyra
Fact sheet
- Name
- Samyra
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Samyra is a feminine first name that is regarded as a variant of Samira, an Arabic name derived from Samir. The meaning of the name encompasses "the entertainer," "to converse in the evening or at night," as well as the broader interpretation "the intimate conversation at night."
What does the name Samyra mean?
Samyra is considered the feminine form of Samira, which in turn is derived from the Arabic name Samir. The translation of the name means "the entertainer," "to converse in the evening or at night," or also "the intimate conversation at night." The name has its roots in the Arabic term samar or samara (سَمَرَ), which means "to chat in the evening" or "to converse in the evening or at night." Additionally, Samyra can also be derived from the Arabic thamar (ثمر), which means "the fruit," "the yield," or "the gain." In this sense, Samyra would mean "the fruitful one" or "the bearer of fruits." Other variants of this name include Samar, Samire, Semira, Semire, and Sameera.
Where does the name Samyra come from?
Samyra is an Arabic-speaking feminine first name that carries the meaning "the entertainer." The etymology refers to the Arabic terms samar or samara (سَمَرَ), which means "to chat in the evening" or "to converse in the evening or at night," as well as thamar (ثمر), which means "the fruit," "the yield," or "the gain." The language in which this name has its roots is Arabic.
How do you pronounce Samyra?
Samyra is pronounced like 'Sami-ra.'
Popularity
In Germany, Samyra is a rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its highest ranking was in 2008 at 933rd. Over the last ten years, Samyra has been given as a first name approximately 30 times, placing it 5,353rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it is ranked 6,014th.
Nicknames & pet names
Samira / Samy
Frequently asked questions about the name Samyra
What is the origin of the name Samyra?
Samyra is an Arabic-speaking feminine first name derived from the terms samar or samara (سَمَرَ), which means 'to chat in the evening' or 'to converse in the evening.' It also has connections to thamar (ثمر), which means 'the fruit' or 'the yield.'
What does the name Samyra mean?
Samyra is often considered the feminine form of Samira and means 'the entertainer.' In a broader interpretation, the name can also mean 'the fruitful one' or 'the bearer of fruits.'
How popular is the name Samyra?
Samyra is a less common name, but it is gaining popularity in various countries, especially in the Arab world. Its melodious and meaningful origin appeals to many parents.