Samra: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: s-ahmr-ah
Origin: Unspecified
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Middle East
Meaning: Samra symbolizes 'beauty and purity'.

Samra is a unique and multifaceted name with various meanings and origins. In Arabic, it refers to a ‘brunette’ or someone with a brownish or tanned complexion, and it may also connote ‘pure’ and ‘promise.’ As a variant of the Arabic Samara, it can mean ‘benefit’ or ‘pleasant company.’ In Sanskrit, Samra means ‘accompanied by immortals’ or ‘accompanied by gods.’ It is also a Mandaic name meaning ‘keeping’ or ‘possessing,’ and as the feminine counterpart of the Greek occupational name Samaras, it can connote ‘saddle maker.’ The use of the name Samra has evolved over time, reflecting cultural exchange and linguistic diversity. Significance of the name Samra symbolizes beauty and purity.

Samra Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Samra is currently #20589 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Samra is currently #11771 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Samra is currently #10042 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Samra is currently #5677 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Samra is currently #10432 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Samra is currently #5939 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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