Heard by God or high, exalted
Semiyah is a modern American name likely derived from the Hebrew name Shemaiah, meaning 'God has heard.' It may also be influenced by the Arabic name Samiya, which translates to 'high' or 'exalted.'
Less common today
Semiyah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,691 in 2012.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
