Samaje
A boy's name of Arabic origin with 44 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Samaje is a two-syllable boy's name with a open, approachable sound — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. With only 44 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
In the most recent SSA release, Samaje ranks #8816 among U.S. boy names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Samaje is a boy's baby name of Arabic origin via African American naming tradition, possibly related to samaj (community, society) in Sanskrit or a creative compound name. NFL running back Samaje Perine has made this distinctive name recognizable in American sports culture.
EtymologyShow more
Samaje is cataloged under the Arabic naming tradition. Arabic names frequently carry layered meanings tied to virtue, beauty, or devotion — a naming tradition where the meaning of a name is considered deeply important.
In the U.S., Samaje has been recorded as a boy's name since 1999, with 44 total births. Browse the Arabic names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Samaje has 7+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1999.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 27 | #11454 | ▲ |
| 2010s | 5 | #13886 | — |
| 2000s | 5 | #12997 | ▼ |
| 1990s | 7 | #8552 | — |
The Story of Samaje
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2024, Samaje is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Samaje are most likely born between 2014 and 2024.
How rare is Samaje?
Only about 1 in every 400,000 babies born in 2024 was named Samaje — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1999, gained momentum through the mid-century, peaked in the 2020s with 27 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(7 years, 1999–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9 | #8816 |
| 2023 | 8 | #9585 |
| 2021 | 5 | #13730 |
| 2020 | 5 | #13683 |
| 2017 | 5 | #13886 |
| 2005 | 5 | #12997 |
| 1999 | 7 | #8552 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1999–2024