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Sameena

Girl name · 13 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Sameena: 13 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 1979.

Sameena is a name of Arabic origin, derived from *samina*, meaning "valuable" or "precious," and is often associated with generosity and high worth. A well-known bearer is Sameena Mustafa, an American political activist and documentary filmmaker. While not a place name itself, the root *samin* appears across the Middle East and South Asia in personal and geographical contexts. This delicate name also appears as Samina in Persian and Urdu, and shares its essence with the Sanskrit *samina*, meaning "equal" or "balanced." Though uncommon in Scotland, Sameena carries a sense of grace and rarity, appealing to parents drawn to names with warmth and cultural depth. Its melodic rhythm and meaningful origins make it a distinctive yet accessible choice.

Girl 4 of 52 years

Peak year
19794 babies
Latest (1982)
#5303 babies
Total births
13since 1977
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1979 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).