Samih is a name of Arabic origin, derived from the root verb "samaha," which means "to forgive." The name itself means "forgiving" or "merciful." It is often used to denote someone who is compassionate, kind-hearted, and willing to overlook past mistakes.
The history of the name Samih is deeply rooted in Islamic culture. In Arabic literature, there are several notable characters named Samih, including a prominent figure in One Thousand and One Nights. This has contributed to the name's popularity throughout the Arab world and beyond.
In terms of its usage around the world, Samih is most commonly found in countries with significant Muslim populations, such as Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Syria, and Palestine. However, it can also be found in other parts of the globe where Arabic names have been adopted into the naming culture.
While Samih may not have a widespread international recognition compared to more common Arabic names like Ali or Mohamed, it carries significant cultural and historical weight within its community. For those who bear this name, it serves as a constant reminder of the virtues of forgiveness and mercy.
The statistics provided show the number of babies named Samih born each year in the United States from 1998 to 2017. Over this period, there were a total of 47 births with this name.
Interestingly, the number of births varied significantly over these years. The highest number of babies named Samih was born in 2012, with nine births that year. This was also the only year when more than eight babies with this name were born.
The other years recorded either seven or fewer births for the name Samih. Specifically, there were seven births in both 1998 and 2002, five births in both 2007 and 2017, and again seven births in both 2011 and 2013.
While these numbers suggest that the popularity of the name Samih has been relatively consistent over time, with no significant trends upwards or downwards, there are noticeable fluctuations from year to year.