Protected by God; city in Iraq
A name with dual roots, Samarra is most famously an ancient city in Iraq, known for its historic spiral minaret. Etymologically, it is often linked to the Arabic phrase 'Sarr man ra'a', meaning 'a joy to all who see it', though it is also used as a variation of the Hebrew name Samara, meaning 'protected by God'.
Less common today
Samarra isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,464 in 2004.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The central antagonist and vengeful spirit · The Ring
Australian actress known for 'Ready or Not'
