Sumeja is of Slavic origin, derived from the Slavic word 'sume' which means 'bush'. It is a unique and uncommon name, often associated with the Balkans where it has been traditionally used. The name Sumeja has a musical quality to it, making it pleasing to the ear. It consists of three syllables: Su-me-ja, which gives it a rhythmic flow. Spelling variations include Sumeya and Sümeyya, though Sumeja is the most common form. The name's uniqueness makes it memorable and distinctive, yet it maintains a certain elegance due to its melodic sound.
Sumeja experienced peaks in popularity with 6 babies named in 2013 and 5 each in 2009 and 2015. Over the four years combined, there were a total of 16 newborns bearing this name.