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Samari

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Pronounced suh-MAR-ee /səˈmɑːr.i/High

Meaning: enchanting, entertaining companionMedium

In 30 seconds: Samari is a modern feminine name from the Arabic Samar or connected to Hebrew Samaria. A melodic three-syllable name with enchanting associations.

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Origin MediumArabic, Hebrew

Meaningenchanting, entertaining companion

U.S. rank (2025)#3161 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births51 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2007

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,498

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Samari may be a feminine form of the Arabic Samar (enchanting companion) or a variant of Samaria (Hebrew place name).

Samari has appeared in US birth records as a melodic three-syllable name.

Did you know? The ancient city of Samaria in the Hebrew Bible was the capital of the Kingdom of Israel — making Samari connected to one of the most storied regions in biblical history.

Overall data confidence 65%

Wehr, Arabic-English Dictionary — reference for SamariUS Social Security Name Database — U.S. popularity data

Variations

SamarSamairaSamaraSamaria

Nicknames

SamMari

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Frequently Asked

What does Samari mean?

Samari likely means enchanting companion, from the Arabic Samar.

How do you pronounce Samari?

Samari is pronounced suh-MAR-ee (/səˈmɑːr.i/), with three syllables.

Is Samari a girl's name?

Yes, Samari is used as a girl's name.

How popular is the name Samari?

Samari is an uncommon name that appeared in US records in the 21st century.