Samara is a name with multiple potential origins. It can be of Arabic origin, meaning to converse in the evening or fruit of the winged elm tree. It is also the name of a city in Russia and a river in Ukraine, and in Latin, a samara refers to a winged seed, like that of a maple tree. This name offers a unique and graceful sound. While not as common as Samuel or Samantha, it has seen increasing usage in various Western countries, appreciated for its distinctive charm. There are no widely recognized historical figures with this exact name, but its rise in popularity is recent.