What is the origin of the name Sumaya?

Sumaya is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Sumaya?

Sumaya is currently ranked #2645 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Sumaya?

Sumaya is pronounced soo-MAH-yah.

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GirlArabic

Sumaya

soo-MAH-yah

Popularity

#2645

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

2,066

Peak Year

#109 in 2016

First Recorded

1969

Style

Earthy & Bohemian, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Sumaya is an Arabic name meaning 'high above', 'exalted'. It is associated with a revered female figure in early Islamic history.

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Sumi Maya

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Numerology

The Idealist

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Nicknames

Sumi Maya

Spelling Variations

Sumaiya Sumayah

Similar Names

Aaliyah Salma Layla Amina

Personality Traits

ExaltedNobleIntelligentIndependent

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