Sami (Arabic: سامي) is a male given name of Arabic origin, meaning <i>elevated</i>, <i>sublime</i>, or <i>high-minded</i>. It is popular in many Muslim-majority countries and among Muslim communities worldwide, including in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. It is also used in other cultures, sometimes as a diminutive of Samuel in Scandinavia or Finland. While not among the very top names globally, it maintains consistent popularity. Famous individuals include Sami Yusuf, a British Muslim musician, and Sami Khedira, a German professional footballer of Tunisian descent.