Samiya, of Arabic origin, signifies "companion" or "accompanier". It's a beautiful and unique name that stands out yet maintains a familiar charm. Spelled as سامية in Arabic script, it is often used by Muslim communities worldwide. Samiya is also recognized within the Baha'i faith, where it holds significance due to its association with prominent figures like Samiyih Khanum, an early Baha'i pioneer and martyr.
The name Samiya has seen a significant increase in popularity over the past four decades, with a notable spike starting around the year 2000. The lowest recorded number of births was 6 in 1979 and 1980, while the highest was 354 in 2008 (though this seems to be an outlier given the consistent numbers before and after). After a peak in popularity between 2004 and 2008, the number of births with the name Samiya has gradually declined, reaching a total of 95 births in 2023. Overall, there have been 3915 births with this name since 1979.