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Sahmir

♂ Boy

Pronounced sə-MEER /səˈmɪr/Medium

Meaning: -ah- spelling of Samir — from Arabic samir, 'a companion in evening conversation; an entertaining friend, a storyteller'Medium

In 30 seconds: An evening companion: Sahmir spells Samir — 'a companion in evening talk'. Warm, soft, and friendly.
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Origin MediumArabic
Meaning-ah- spelling of Samir — from Arabic samir, 'a companion in evening conversation; an entertaining friend, a storyteller'
U.S. rank (2025)#4677 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births22 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 243

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202520002025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Sahmir is an -ah- spelling of Samir — from Arabic samir, 'a companion in evening conversation; an entertaining friend who keeps one company by night, a storyteller'. A warm, soft, friendly name across the Arab world and African American communities (said 'sə-MEER').

It registers thinly beside Samir. Rare, an-evening-companion at the root, and friendly.

Did you know? Samir means 'a companion in evening conversation; an entertaining friend, a storyteller' in Arabic — Sahmir is an -ah- spelling, warm and friendly (said 'sə-MEER').
Overall data confidence 70%
Behind the Name — Samir — root etymology

Variations

SamirSameerSahmeer

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If you like Sahmir…

Samir— the standard spelling
Sameer— a fellow spelling
Amir— a companion Arabic boys' name
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Sahmir mean?

Sahmir spells Samir — Arabic 'a companion in evening conversation; an entertaining friend'.

How do you pronounce Sahmir?

It's said sə-MEER /səˈmɪr/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Sahmir a boy or girl name?

Sahmir is a boy's name.

How popular is Sahmir?

Sahmir is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Samir is more common.

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