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Sumayya

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Pronounced soo-MY-yah /suˈmaɪ.jɑ/High

Meaning: From Arabic sumayya, 'high, lofty, elevated' — borne by the first martyr of IslamHigh

In 30 seconds: Lofty and honored: Sumayya means 'high, elevated' — and belonged to Sumayya bint Khayyat, revered as the first martyr of Islam. Noble and beloved.
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Origin HighArabic
MeaningFrom Arabic sumayya, 'high, lofty, elevated' — borne by the first martyr of Islam
U.S. rank (2025)#3447 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births45 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 421

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202519902025

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

Sumayya comes from Arabic sumayya, 'high, lofty, elevated'. Borne by Sumayya bint Khayyat, the first martyr of Islam, it carries both literal loftiness and profound honor.

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, elevated at the root, and venerated.

Did you know? Sumayya bint Khayyat is honored as the first martyr of Islam — making this 'elevated' name one of deep respect across the Muslim world.
Overall data confidence 85%
Arabic references — Sumayya — etymology and history

Variations

SumayaSumayyahSumaiya

Nicknames

Suma

Famous Bearers

  • ★Sumayya bint Khayyat (d. c. 615)
    Honored as the first martyr of Islam.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Sumayya mean?

Sumayya is Arabic for 'high, lofty, elevated'.

How do you pronounce Sumayya?

It's said soo-MY-yah /suˈmaɪ.jɑ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Sumayya a boy or girl name?

Sumayya is a girl's name.

How popular is Sumayya?

Sumayya is a rare name in the U.S.

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