Semaya
seh-MAH-yah
Semaya is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “May be a variant of Semaiya, thought to have Hebrew origins possibly meaning 'the Lord has heard'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2007.
What Semaya Means
“May be a variant of Semaiya, thought to have Hebrew origins possibly meaning 'the Lord has heard'.”
The Story of Semaya
This name sounds like a divine whisper, a gentle confirmation that your child's arrival was heard and celebrated.
Semaya, a feminine name first recorded in the late 1990s, likely traces its origins to Hebrew. It is thought to be a variation of Semaiya, carrying the profound meaning that 'the Lord has heard.'
When you imagine your daughter with this name, you envision a soul deeply connected to something greater. It's for a child who will possess an intuitive sensitivity and a serene creativity, understanding the world with a quiet wisdom.
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Peak Year
#21 in 2007
Total Births
116
First Recorded
1999
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