Samia is a feminine name which can also be spelt Samya. They are both of Arabic origin and are said to mean 'Lofty'. This name is unusual in English speaking countries and is found to be mostly used in Pakistan.
Arabic name meaning "high above". Sumayya bint Khubbat, was the first Muslim martyred for Islam. Famous real-life people named Sumaya: | Edit. Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan, member of the Jordanian royal family.
The name Samia is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Samia is: Wife of Ancaeus.