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Sumaira

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Pronounced soo-MY-rah /suˈmaɪ.rə/Medium

Meaning: From the Arabic Sumaira, a diminutive of Samra, linked to a root for 'brownish; tawny; fair of complexion.' A soft, affectionate name, noted honestly.Low

In 30 seconds: A soft Arabic name: Sumaira is an affectionate form of Samra (said 'soo-MY-rah'). Warm and gentle.
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningFrom the Arabic Sumaira, a diminutive of Samra, linked to a root for 'brownish; tawny; fair of complexion.' A soft, affectionate name, noted honestly.
U.S. rank (2023)#11056 ↗ Rising
2023 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2015
Total births (all-time)≈ 59

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201519822023

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

Sumaira comes from the Arabic Sumaira, a diminutive of Samra, tied to a root for 'brownish; tawny; fair.' A gentle, affectionate name, noted honestly, rare in the U.S. (said 'soo-MY-rah').

It appears only rarely in the U.S., familiar in Muslim families. Rare, gentle, and warm.

Did you know? Sumaira is an Arabic diminutive of Samra — a name linked to a root for 'brownish; fair' — a warm, affectionate choice (said 'soo-MY-rah').
Overall data confidence 46%
References — Sumaira — Arabic diminutive of Samra

Variations

SumayraSumeiraSamaira

Nicknames

SumiMaira

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Sumaira mean?

Sumaira is an Arabic diminutive of Samra, linked to a root for 'brownish; fair.'

How do you pronounce Sumaira?

It's said soo-MY-rah /suˈmaɪ.rə/ — 3 syllables, stress on the second.

Is Sumaira a boy or girl name?

Sumaira is a girl's name.

How popular is Sumaira?

Sumaira is a rare name in the U.S.

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