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Sami vs Amar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sami

Boy #1,261 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elevated, sublime, high"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Middle Eastern Finnish Scandinavian Muslim

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,261
Total SSA Count
156
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sami Rank #1,261
Amar Rank #1,241

Amar is more popular, ranked #1241 vs #1261 for Sami.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sami or Amar more popular?

Amar is more popular, ranked #1241 compared to Sami at #1261 in the United States.

What do Sami and Amar mean?

Sami means "elevated, sublime, high" (Arabic origin). Amar means "immortal, eternal" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Sami and Amar boy or girl names?

Sami is primarily a boy name. Amar is primarily a boy name.

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