Samah
girl name#10917 in 2025Samah entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #5181 in 1991, ranks #10917 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
#10917
rank today
#5181
peak (1991)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #8562 |
| 1980s | #8778 |
| 1990s | #7246 |
| 2000s | #8095 |
| 2010s | #10959 |
| 2020s | #10997 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Samah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Samah alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Samah in 2025?
- Samah ranks #10917 among US girl names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Samah most popular?
- Samah peaked in 1991, reaching #5181 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Samah with classmates?
- Samah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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