Rising since 1986, #4,067 for girls today.
Popularity of Sumayyah since 1976
Babies named Sumayyah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 20 |
| 1990s | 120 |
| 2000s | 251 |
| 2010s | 331 |
| 2020s | 227 |
Meaning & origin
Sumayyah entered U.S. naming records in 1976 and has been steadily climbing in popularity ever since. In 2025, it ranked 4,067th nationally, with a usage rate of 1 in 45,922 births. The name peaked in 2020, reflecting a growing trend among families seeking names with deep historical and religious resonance. Its trajectory has been consistently rising since 1986, and it is most commonly found in California and Texas, states with large Muslim populations. The name's enduring appeal is rooted in its association with Sumayyah bint Khayyat, a revered early Muslim convert, making it a meaningful choice that balances spiritual heritage with a soft, melodic sound.
Sumayyah is a name of Arabic origin, possibly derived from the root s-m-w, relating to height or exaltation, though its precise meaning is debated. It is most famously associated with Sumayyah bint Khayyat, an early convert to Islam who is venerated as the first martyr of the faith. The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally, appearing in U.S. records since 1976.
Where Sumayyah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Sumayyah” around the world
Where Sumayyah lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sumi, May
Sibling names for Sumayyah
Names that share Sumayyah's style, for a brother or sister.
