Semira Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Semira

"Samira is a Sanskrit, Arabic, or Persian given name"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2017 👥 599 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Samira is a Sanskrit, Arabic, or Persian given name
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
599
Life Path
Number 11

📖 What Does Semira Mean?

Samira is a Sanskrit, Arabic, or Persian given name. In Sanskrit, Sameera or Samira is a feminine given-name, meaning "breeze, wind," or "Vāyu, the wind deity". Many anglicize their name to Samīr or Sameer.

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Samira is a Sanskrit, Arabic, or Persian given name. In Sanskrit, Sameera or Samira is a feminine given-name, meaning "breeze, wind," or "Vāyu, the wind deity". Many anglicize their name to Samīr or Sameer.

Root Element
Semira
Core Meaning
"Samira is a Sanskrit, Arabic, or Persian given name"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Semira

S 1
E 5
M 4
I 9
R 9
A 1
SUM 11
11
Life Path
Intuition & Insight
6
Soul Urge
Nurturing & Responsibility
5
Personality
Freedom & Adventure

Life Path 11 — Intuition & Insight: Highly intuitive, idealistic, and visionary.

📊 Semira in Numbers

599 US bearers
2017 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Semira" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Samira is a Sanskrit, Arabic, or Persian given name".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~599 people named Semira in the US. Peaked in 2017 with 33 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Semira?

The Life Path number for Semira is 11, associated with Intuition & Insight. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 5.

Is Semira a boy or girl name?

Semira is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Semira in the US?

Approximately 599 people in the United States are named Semira. The name peaked in 2017 with 33 recorded uses.

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