Declining since 2011, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Simra since 1998
Babies named Simra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 127 |
| 2010s | 196 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Simra is a rare name in the United States, first appearing on record in 1998 and reaching its peak usage in 2010. The name has been on a declining trajectory since 2011, and as of 2025, it ranks 14,942 with approximately 1 in 321,453 newborns receiving it. While its exact etymology is debated, Simra is most often associated with Arabic roots and is used within Muslim communities. Its rarity and melodic sound give it a distinctive appeal, though it has not seen significant regional concentration in any U.S. state.
Simra is of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of Samra, an Arabic name meaning 'precious' or 'treasure', or it could be related to 'simurgh', a benevolent mythical bird in Persian mythology. The name has been used in South Asian Muslim communities, particularly in India and Pakistan.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Simi, Sim
Sibling names for Simra
Names that share Simra's style, for a brother or sister.
