A male given name of Arabic origin meaning 'entertaining companion' or 'one who has lively conversations.'
From Arabic Samir (سمير), derived from the root word samara meaning 'to converse in the evening' or 'to entertain.' The name became common in Arab-speaking regions and has spread internationally.
This name perfectly captures the importance of evening social gatherings in desert cultures, where cool night temperatures made them the ideal time for storytelling and community bonding—so a 'samir' was literally someone who made those nights memorable!
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