How Many People Are Named Semih?

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

Semih
Very Rare
Arabic

Semih means 'supplanter' in Arabic, making it a name rich with historical significance. Only 35 people named Semih live in the US today, which means 1 in 9,534,819 Americans have this name, making it incredibly rare. The majority of Semih's are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~35
Living in US
1 in 9,534,819
Americans
2010
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Supplanter
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Determined Strong Confident
9
Life Path Number

Life-path number 9 represents compassion, selflessness, and spiritual enlightenment.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

50,736
Worldwide Bearers
#18,288
Global Rank
🇹🇷 Turkey
45,319
🇮🇱 Israel
3,726
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
350
🇩🇪 Germany
283
🇺🇸 United States
153
🇳🇱 Netherlands
140
🇨🇾 Northern Cyprus
95
🇮🇩 Indonesia
89
🇬🇧 England
51
🇧🇪 Belgium
46

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
35 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 18
35
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 35 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: 2010

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
36
Classic Feel
12
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

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

📜 Semih Through the Generations

Semih saw its peak popularity in 2010 when 9 babies were given this name. Since then, the name has remained stable, with no significant fluctuations in usage. As of now, all 35 individuals named Semih are under 30 years old, indicating that it's a relatively new name in the American naming landscape. This trend suggests that Semih is likely to continue being popular among younger parents for some time.

✨ Similar Names to Semih

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Semih's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Semih

How Many People Have the Name Semih?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 35 people in the United States currently share the name Semih. That works out to roughly 1 in every 9,534,819 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Semih a Common or Rare Name?

Semih 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 Semih Mean?

Semih means "supplanter" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Semih Most Popular?

The name Semih reached peak popularity in 2010, with 9 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Semih?

Approximately 35 people named Semih live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 35. That works out to roughly 1 in 9,534,819 Americans.

Is Semih a rare name?

Semih is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 9,534,819 Americans has this name.

What does the name Semih mean?

Semih means "supplanter" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Semih more male or female?

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

When was Semih most popular?

Semih peaked in 2010 with 9 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 US35
All-Time Births35
1 in X1 in 9,534,819
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age18
Peak Year2010
World Rank#18,288
Male %100%
Female %0%

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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.