UK girl's name
Sumeyye
A feminine Arabic name meaning "thin, delicate, beautiful, excellent".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Sumeyye is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Sumeyye popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5687, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 8 births.
This profile covers 37 England and Wales registrations across 10 recorded years from 1996 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 38% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 37 living people in the UK are called Sumeyye. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Sumeyye ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2016, when 8 girls were registered as Sumeyye.
- • About 37 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sumeyye as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5687
2023
Births in 2023
3
Latest year
Peak year
2016
8 births
Estimated living
37
2026
Meaning
What does Sumeyye mean?
The name Sumeyye originates from the Arabic language and has its roots in the early Islamic era. It is a feminine name derived from the Arabic word "samee" which means "elevated" or "exalted." The name carries a connotation of reverence and high stature.
Sumeyye is closely associated with the life of Prophet Muhammad and is believed to be the name of one of his wives. According to Islamic tradition, Sumeyye bint Khubbath was a noble woman from the Banu Asad tribe who embraced Islam in its early days and faced persecution alongside her husband and children. Her unwavering faith and resilience in the face of adversity are celebrated in Islamic history.
The earliest recorded use of the name Sumeyye can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the nascent years of Islam in the Arabian Peninsula. It gained prominence among Muslim communities as a way to honor the memory of Sumeyye bint Khubbath and her significant contribution to the Islamic faith.
Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Sumeyye. One of the earliest examples is Sumeyye bint Husayn (born around 633 CE), a renowned scholar and transmitter of hadith (prophetic traditions) who played a crucial role in preserving and disseminating Islamic knowledge.
Another prominent figure was Sumeyye Arı (1907-1982), a Turkish writer, educator, and women's rights activist. She was instrumental in promoting education and empowerment for women in Turkey during the early 20th century.
The Egyptian actress and singer Sumeyye El-Khashab (1928-2021) was also widely recognized for her contributions to the entertainment industry, appearing in numerous films and television shows throughout her career.
In the realm of science, Sumeyye Gul (born 1968) is a Turkish physicist and academic who has made significant contributions to the field of theoretical particle physics and has held prestigious positions at various international research institutions.
The name Sumeyye has also been carried by figures in the literary world, such as Sumeyye Naz Öztürk (born 1985), a Turkish author and poet whose works explore themes of identity, spirituality, and human experiences.
These are just a few examples of the diverse and accomplished individuals who have borne the name Sumeyye throughout history, reflecting its enduring significance and rich cultural heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Sumeyye over time
The chart below shows babies named Sumeyye registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Sumeyye, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sumeyye by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sumeyye was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5634 | 6 | 2 |
| 2010s | #4431 | 15 | 3 |
| 2000s | #4821 | 13 | 4 |
| 1990s | #3795 | 3 | 1 |
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- Sofia 29,136
- Sarah 27,961
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- Summer 24,167
- Sara 14,205
- Skye 13,654
- Samantha 12,697
- Stephanie 9,309
FAQ
Sumeyye: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sumeyye in the UK right now?
In 2023, Sumeyye was ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Sumeyye most popular?
The peak year on record was 2016, with 8 babies registered as Sumeyye in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sumeyye?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "thin, delicate, beautiful, excellent".
How many people are called Sumeyye in the UK?
A total of 37 babies have been registered as Sumeyye across the 10 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.