Sumayyah is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #510 in 2023 with 77 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 110 births ranking #386. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 220.8%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 3,332 girls born was named Sumayyah. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Sumayyah is a respected Arabic name with deep historical importance in Islam. It is usually explained with elevated or lofty meanings, though wording varies slightly across sources.
The name is strongly associated with Sumayyah bint Khayyat, revered in early Islamic history. That association gives it lasting gravity and admiration across Muslim communities.