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سُمَيَّة

Sumayya

Muslim girl Name Origin: Arabic

Meaning: "High above, Exalted"

Historical Context in Islam

Sumayyah bint Khayyat was the very first martyr in the history of Islam. She was tortured to death by Abu Jahl in Mecca because she refused to renounce her faith.

Character Traits

The absolute pinnacle of female courage, unyielding faith, and martyrdom.

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AmmarAsiya