Sumaiyah
Girl name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Sumaiyah: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2006.
The name Sumaiyah, also spelled Sumayyah, has Arabic origins, meaning "high" or "exalted." It's historically significant as the name of Sumayyah bint Khabbab, the first female martyr in Islam, revered for her steadfast faith in 7th-century Mecca. Famous bearers include Sumaiyah bint al-Hussein, a modern member of the Jordanian royal family. While no specific places share the name, its root, *sumu*, is akin to the Arabic word for "height." The name remains popular in Muslim communities worldwide, including in Scotland, where it has been recorded since the late 20th century - a testament to the country's growing diversity. Its revered historical association lends it a profound sense of spiritual strength and courage.
Girl 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20063 babies
- Latest (2008)
- #7933 babies
- Total births
- 6since 2006
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y