Rising since 2019, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Sumaiyah since 1996
Babies named Sumaiyah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 45 |
| 2000s | 152 |
| 2010s | 96 |
| 2020s | 36 |
Meaning & origin
Sumaiyah entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1996, a year reflecting its growing presence among Muslim families. The name peaked in popularity in 2010, and after a period of decline, it has been on the rise again since 2019, with a 2025 rank of 14,942 and a rarity factor of 1 in 321,453. Rarely found in the top states data, its usage likely concentrates in communities with Arabic or Islamic heritage. The name's significance is deeply tied to Sumayyah bint Khabbab, one of the first martyrs in Islam, lending it a legacy of faith and resilience. In recent years, Sumaiyah has seen renewed interest as parents seek names with spiritual and historical resonance.
Sumaiyah is a name of Arabic origin, often considered a variant of Sumayyah. It is linked to Sumayyah bint Khabbab, an early convert to Islam and one of the first martyrs of the faith. The name has been used across the Muslim world, particularly in South Asia and the Middle East.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sumi, Maya, Yahyah
Sibling names for Sumaiyah
Names that share Sumaiyah's style, for a brother or sister.
