Companion in evening conversation
Derived from the Arabic root s-m-r, it refers to a person who participates in 'samar,' the traditional practice of staying up late to socialize and tell stories by night. It carries connotations of friendship, storytelling, and pleasant company.
About 23 girls were named Sameera in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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