Samoya, of Hebrew origin, signifies 'protecting' or 'guarding'. This unique name is not commonly heard, making it distinctive and memorable. It is composed of five letters: S-A-M-O-Y-A. Pronounced as /ˈsæməʊə/, the emphasis lies on the first syllable. Samoya has two syllables and a soft, melodic sound that flows nicely when spoken aloud.
"Samoya experienced peaks in popularity between 2005 and 2013, with the highest number of births occurring in 2013 (8). However, it has since become less common, with only five births recorded each in 2016 and 2022. Overall, there have been a total of 53 Samoyas born between 2002 and 2022."