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Samir

Boy name · 31 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Samir: 31 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 1993.

With roots in Arabic, Samir means "companion in evening talk" or "entertaining companion," carrying a warm, sociable feel. In Sanskrit it can also mean "breeze" or "air," giving the name a second, more elemental layer. Among well-known bearers are Samir Amin, the influential Egyptian economist, and Samir Nasri, the French-Algerian footballer who played for Arsenal and Manchester City. While no major places are named directly after a Samir, the name shares its root with Samara, a city in Russia. A notable variant is Sameer, common across South Asia and the Middle East. In Scotland, Samir has grown steadily in popularity since the 1990s, reflecting the country’s multicultural community and the name’s gentle, friendly resonance.