What is the origin of the name Sammara?

Sammara is a name of Arabic origin.

How do you pronounce Sammara?

Sammara is pronounced sah-MAH-ruh.

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GirlArabic

Sammara

sah-MAH-ruh

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

Peak Year

#8 in 2006

First Recorded

2003

Style

Modern & Trendy, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Likely a modern variant of Samara, which is of uncertain origin. It may be derived from the name of the ancient city of Samarra in Iraq.

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Sam Sammy Mara

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Numerology

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Nicknames

Sam Sammy Mara

Spelling Variations

Samara Sommear

Similar Names

Tamara Shamira Shakira Sarah Sumara

Personality Traits

StrongIndependentConfidentAmbitious

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