Samar

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Samar Pronunciation

Samar is pronounced SAH-mar /ˈsɑ.mɑr/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic samar, 'evening conversation; pleasant talk and companionship after dark'; here for girlsMedium

In 30 seconds: Evening companionship: Samar is Arabic for 'pleasant talk by night'. Warm, soft, and lyrical. Used for both sexes.

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic samar, 'evening conversation; pleasant talk and companionship after dark'; here for girls

U.S. rank (2024)#4989 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births27 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1998

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,078

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Samar comes from Arabic samar, 'evening conversation; pleasant talk and companionship after dark' (kin to Samir). A warm, soft, lyrical name across the Arab world, used for both sexes, here for girls.

In the U.S. it appears in Arab families. Rare, evening-conversation at the root, and warm.

Did you know? Samar means 'evening conversation; the pleasant talk and companionship enjoyed after dark' in Arabic — a warm, lyrical name (kin to Samir), used for both sexes.

Overall data confidence 75%

Arabic references — samar — etymology

Variations

SamaraSammar

Nicknames

Sam

Themes & Styles

Arabic Unisex

If you like Samar…

Samara— a related fuller name

Sahar— the 'dawn' Arabic name

Samira— the feminine of Samir

Amal— another soft Arabic girls' name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Samar?

Samar is pronounced SAH-mar (/ˈsɑ.mɑr/). Press play above to hear Samar said aloud.

How do you say Samar?

Samar is said SAH-mar (/ˈsɑ.mɑr/). Press play above to hear Samar said aloud.

What does the name Samar mean?

Samar is Arabic for 'evening conversation; companionship by night'.

Is Samar a boy or girl name?

Samar is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Samar?

Samar is a rare name in the U.S.