Samariah is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the phrase 'Shammu'a-el', which translates to 'name of God'. It is a unisex name, though it is more commonly used for females. The name Samariah gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, but its roots can be traced back to ancient times. In the Old Testament, there is a mention of a man named Shammua, who was one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore Canaan. However, it is important to note that Samariah as a female name did not appear in the Bible.
The name Samariah experienced fluctuations in popularity over the given years, with a significant peak in 2005 having 20 births. The total number of births from 1998 to 2023 is 339.