High, exalted, or lofty
Sumayah is an Arabic name derived from the root 'sama', which relates to the sky or high status. It carries a historical significance as the name of the first martyr in Islam, Sumayyah bint Khayyat, representing strength and devotion.
Less common today
Sumayah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,368 in 2006.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The first female martyr of Islam and companion of Muhammad
Palestinian peace activist and writer
