Samara
Samara is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Protected by God, guardian, or evening conversation.
Origin and history
Samara is a name of Hebrew and Arabic roots, generally understood to mean 'protected by God' or 'companion in evening talk'. In the United States, its popularity rose significantly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. It offers a soft, melodic sound that appeals to parents looking for a modern yet traditional name.
Popularity in the United States
22,764 babies in the United States have been named Samara since 1880. It ranks #973 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #317.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.9 %)
- TX (12.4 %)
- NY (10.3 %)
- FL (7.4 %)
- IL (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 68 |
| 1960-1970 | 180 |
| 1970-1980 | 898 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,082 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,772 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,967 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,853 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,939 |
Famous people named Samara
- Samara Weaving: Actress, Model
- Samara Joy: Singer, Musician
Nicknames
Sam, Sammy, Mara
Fun facts
- In botany, a samara is the winged achene fruit produced by trees like maples and elms.
- Samara is also the name of a major city and river in southwestern Russia.