sameera

Sameera is a feminine given name used across the Middle East, South Asia, and in diaspora communities. It is commonly spelled Sameera in South Asian contexts and Samira in Arabic-speaking regions; other variants include Samira, Samirah, and Samara. The name is primarily given to girls and appears in literature, media, and everyday life in multiple countries.

In terms of etymology and meanings, the Arabic form Samira means “companion in evening talk” or “pleasant, entertaining companion.” In South Asian usage, Sameera is often adopted as a phonetic variation and may be chosen for its sound and cultural resonance rather than a single fixed meaning; individual families may attribute their own significance to the name.

Usage and demographics, Sameera is particularly common in India, Pakistan, and Gulf countries, and has gained popularity among expatriate communities around the world. It is overwhelmingly used as a female name, though naming practices vary by region and culture.

Notable people with the name include Sameera Reddy (born 1984), an Indian actress known for work in Hindi and Telugu cinema. The name also appears in literature and popular media in various transliterations, reflecting its cross-cultural appeal.

Variants of the name, such as Samira, are often treated as distinct but related names in Arabic-speaking contexts, while Sameera remains a common transliteration in South Asia and among South Asian communities abroad.