Elevated, lofty, or sublime
Derived from the Arabic root s-m-w, this name signifies high status, excellence, and being exalted. It is a feminine form of the name Sami and carries a sense of spiritual or social elevation. In many cultures, it represents a person of noble character or high aspirations.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Saamiya in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Egyptian belly dancer and film actress
First female President of Tanzania
British actress known for Coronation Street
Somali Olympic sprinter
