What is the origin of the name Shamiyah?

Shamiyah is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Shamiyah?

Shamiyah is currently ranked #14962 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Shamiyah?

Shamiyah is pronounced shah-MEE-yah.

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GirlArabic

Shamiyah

shah-MEE-yah

Popularity

#14962

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

709

Peak Year

#52 in 2008

First Recorded

1996

Style

Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Likely a variation of Samiya, an Arabic name meaning 'exalted, elevated'.

Nickname Watch

Shami Miyah

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Numerology

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Nicknames

Shami Miyah

Spelling Variations

Samiya Shamiya

Similar Names

Amira Samira Aaliyah Nadiyah

Personality Traits

GracefulIntelligentKindConfident

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