How Many People Are Named Samia?

Complete statistics for the name Samia: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Samia
Very Rare
Arabic

Samia means 'princess' in Arabic, making it a regal choice for parents. Only 1 in 95,698 Americans share this name, highlighting its rarity among female names. With most people under 30, it's clear Samia is a name for the younger generation.

~505
Living in US
1 in 656,335
Americans
2006
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Princess
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Regal Dignified Compassionate
7
Life Path Number

People with the name Samia have a life path number of 7, which is often associated with introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to nature.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

134,983
Worldwide Bearers
#989
Global Rank
🇯🇴 Jordan
16,909
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
13,755
🇫🇷 France
13,525
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
12,241
🇧🇷 Brazil
11,327
🇵🇸 Palestine
9,495
🇱🇧 Lebanon
8,708
🇹🇩 Chad
6,364
🇱🇾 Libya
5,141
🇺🇸 United States
3,814

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
3,448 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 22
2,666
Would be under 30 (76%)
775
Would be 30–60 (22%)
67
Would be over 60 (2%)

All 3,508 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2006

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
94
Classic Feel
27
Modern Appeal
93
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Samia Through the Generations

Samia has seen its peak popularity in 2006 when 140 babies were given this name, marking a significant moment in its adoption history. Today, there are approximately 3,448 people named Samia living in the United States, with the majority being under 30 years old. This age distribution indicates that Samia is predominantly a modern, newer-generation name, reflecting its continued relevance among contemporary naming trends.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 348
California 275
Florida 165
Texas 160
Pennsylvania 130
Illinois 89
Georgia 79
New Jersey 65
Ohio 57
Michigan 54

✨ Similar Names to Samia

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Samia's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Samia

How Many People Have the Name Samia?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 505 people in the United States currently share the name Samia. That works out to roughly 1 in every 656,335 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Samia a Common or Rare Name?

Samia is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Samia Mean?

Samia means "princess" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Samia in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Samia Most Popular?

The name Samia reached peak popularity in 2006, with 140 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Samia?

Approximately 505 people named Samia live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 505. That works out to roughly 1 in 656,335 Americans.

Is Samia a rare name?

Samia is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 656,335 Americans has this name.

What does the name Samia mean?

Samia means "princess" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Samia more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Samia are male and 100% are female.

When was Samia most popular?

Samia peaked in 2006 with 140 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US505
All-Time Births505
1 in X1 in 656,335
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age22
Peak Year2006
World Rank#989
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.