Sami
Sami first appears in US records in 1955. It peaked in 2025, when 193 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 193.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Sami popular?
Near its peak Sami is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 893 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,475 | |
| 2000s | 1,307 | |
| 1990s | 880 | |
| 1980s | 446 | |
| 1970s | 193 | |
| 1960s | 88 | |
| 1950s | 21 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Sami mean?
From the root s-m-w (س-م-و, 'to be high, elevated'), meaning 'elevated, lofty, sublime, eminent'. Note the distinct name Sami' (سميع, 'all-hearing'), which comes from a different root (s-m-'); the two are easily confused in transliteration.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sami mean?
Sami means elevated, sublime. From the root s-m-w (س-م-و, 'to be high, elevated'), meaning 'elevated, lofty, sublime, eminent'. Note the distinct name Sami' (سميع, 'all-hearing'), which comes from a different root (s-m-'); the two are easily confused in transliteration.
What is the origin of the name Sami?
Sami is of arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Sami?
Sami is pronounced “SAA-mee.”
Is Sami a boy or a girl name?
Sami is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Sami a popular name right now?
Sami is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Sami?
In 2025, Sami ranked #1114 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Sami most popular?
Sami was most popular in 2025, when about 193 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Sami?
Names similar to Sami include Bilal, Ismail, Rayyan, Sultan, Anas.
What names go well with Sami?
arabic names that pair well with Sami include Adam, Layla, Aaliyah, Malik, Amir.