The nameSamara
Samara is a girl's name used in France.
- Girl's name
- Uncertain
Meaning
Its origin is debated; it is often linked to the Arabic samar, "evening conversation".
Origin
Uncertain.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 2000s and 2010s.
Popularity of the name Samara
Samara in France
1473rdmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2007peak year (40 births)
610babies named Samara in France since 1900
Samara was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 225 births over the decade, 37% of all recorded babies named Samara. Its rise began around 1977, and it peaked in 2007. Half of all babies named Samara in France were born before 2009, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 21 births a year on average, against 14 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Samara mean?
Its origin is debated; it is often linked to the Arabic samar, "evening conversation".
What is the origin of the name Samara?
Uncertain.
Is Samara a girl's or a boy's name?
Samara is a girl's name.