Boy name

Samsudin name meaning

“sun of the faith”

Aksara Jawa

Aksara Sunda

/samsudin/

Gender: ♂ Boy
Origin: Arabic
Syllables: 3
Popularity: #611

Samsudin is a masculine name meaning sun of the faith, used as an Indonesian form of Arabic Shams al-Dīn. It combines shams, meaning sun, with al-dīn, meaning the faith. Samsuddin is a spelling variant of the name, preserving the meaning expressed by those two Arabic elements.

What does Samsudin mean?

Sun of the faith

In Indonesian: matahari agama

#the Sun #Faith

-udin

In Syamsudin, Syarifudin, and Jamaludin, -udin is a spelling variant of the element also written -uddin. It derives from Arabic al-dīn, ‘the faith’, in compound names associated with Islamic naming traditions. More boy names ending in -udin →

Origin and cultural usage of Samsudin

An Indonesian form of Arabic Shams al-Dīn, combining shams, ‘sun’, and al-dīn, ‘the faith’.

Linguistic origin	Arabic
Naming tradition	Islamic
Starts with	S · Sa

Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.

Samsudin in Islam and the Quran

Samsudin does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.

This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.

Name combinations with Samsudin

Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Samsudin, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.

Samsudin as a first name

Samsudin Akram Zaidan

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun, with ever growing nobility and generosity.
Meaning of each word
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Akram: more noble, more generous
- Zaidan: increase, abundant growth
Samsudin Rafa

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun illuminating a life of harmony and prosperity.
Meaning of each word
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Rafa: harmony and well-being
Samsudin Hida Mudaffar

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun accompanying guidance and the achievement of victory.
Meaning of each word
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Hida: guidance; direction
- Mudaffar: one granted victory
Samsudin Wakur

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun, present with calmness and dignity.
Meaning of each word
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Wakur: composed and dignified
Samsudin Muammar Azizi

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun accompanying a beloved, long lived person.
Meaning of each word
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Muammar: one granted a long life
- Azizi: my dear one
Samsudin Rayhan

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun shining upon fragrant basil plants.
Meaning of each word
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Rayhan: fragrant plant, basil
Samsudin Azmi

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun joined with a steadfast resolve.
Meaning of each word
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Azmi: firm resolve
Samsudin Adila Radi

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun accompanying fairness and a willing heart.
Meaning of each word
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Adila: just, impartial
- Radi: content, satisfied or accepting

Samsudin as a middle name

Rafi Samsudin Musyafa

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun with nobility and an accepted intercession.
Meaning of each word
- Rafi: high-ranking, exalted
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Musyafa: one whose intercession is accepted
Alfath Samsudin Maulana

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun accompanying victory and a protector's presence.
Meaning of each word
- Alfath: opening, victory
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Maulana: our lord, our protector
Fiqih Samsudin Topik

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun with understanding of Islamic law and help toward success.
Meaning of each word
- Fiqih: deep understanding of Islamic law
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Topik: help toward success
Ilman Samsudin Muzamil

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun accompanying knowledge and a figure wrapped in cloth.
Meaning of each word
- Ilman: knowledge, learning
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Muzamil: one who wraps himself in cloth
Isra Samsudin Rafa

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun accompanying a night journey of harmony and prosperity.
Meaning of each word
- Isra: journey by night
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Rafa: harmony and well-being
Arsy Samsudin Fiqih

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun alongside a throne and deep understanding of Islamic law.
Meaning of each word
- Arsy: throne or royal seat
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Fiqih: deep understanding of Islamic law
Kausar Samsudin Hamam

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun with abundant goodness and strong resolve.
Meaning of each word
- Kausar: abundant goodness
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Hamam: resolute, energetic
Anwaruddin Samsudin Farhan

Interpretation
A picture of religion's sun and lights accompanying an atmosphere of joy.
Meaning of each word
- Anwaruddin: lights of the faith
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
- Farhan: joyful, delighted

Samsudin as a last name

Hafizh Samsudin

Interpretation
A picture of a guardian accompanied by the rays of religion's sun.
Meaning of each word
- Hafizh: guardian, memorizer
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
Khalil Samsudin

Interpretation
A picture of a close friend alongside the warmth of religion's sun.
Meaning of each word
- Khalil: an intimate friend, a beloved companion
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
Haq Samsudin

Interpretation
A picture of truth appearing clearly in the light of religion's sun.
Meaning of each word
- Haq: truth, that which is right
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
Mustapa Riyan Samsudin

Interpretation
A picture of a chosen, refreshed figure in religion's sunlight.
Meaning of each word
- Mustapa: specially chosen
- Riyan: fresh, quenched of thirst
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
Alwan Samsudin

Interpretation
A picture of an elevated standing alongside the light of religion's sun.
Meaning of each word
- Alwan: high, elevated in rank
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
Alfath Samsudin

Interpretation
A picture of victory alongside the warm radiance of religion's sun.
Meaning of each word
- Alfath: opening, victory
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
Aiman Samsudin

Interpretation
A picture of good fortune and blessings alongside religion's sun.
Meaning of each word
- Aiman: fortunate, blessed; on the right
- Samsudin: sun of the faith
Raji Samsudin

Interpretation
A picture of a hopeful figure accompanied by religion's sunlight.
Meaning of each word
- Raji: one who hopes
- Samsudin: sun of the faith

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How to pronounce Samsudin

Syllables	3 · 8 letters · 8-letter boy names
IPA	/samsudin/
Arabic script	شمس الدين
Javanese script (Aksara Jawa)	ꦱꦩ꧀ꦱꦸꦢꦶꦤ꧀
Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda)	ᮞᮙ᮪ᮞᮥᮓᮤᮔ᮪

Is Samsudin a boy’s name?

Yes, Samsudin is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 97% of bearers are male. See all boy names.

♂ Boys 97%Girls 3% ♀

Samsudin ranks #611 among boy names in our data sample (33 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

Variants and similar names

The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):

Samsuddin

Names that sound like Samsudin

Names with related meanings

Famous people named Samsudin

Samsudin Hardjakusumah · b. 1942
Samsudin · b. 1937
Samsudin · b. 1997
Samsudin Anggiluli · b. 1969
Samsudin Safari Panjaitan
Samsudin Siregar · b. 1969
Hi. Samsudin Pay · b. 1948
Samsudin · b. 1986
Samsudin · b. 1963
Samsudin · b. 1962
Samsudin · b. 1996
Samsudin · b. 1970

FAQ about the name Samsudin

What is the meaning of Samsudin?

Samsudin means sun of the faith. An Indonesian form of Arabic Shams al-Dīn, combining shams, ‘sun’, and al-dīn, ‘the faith’.

Is Samsudin a boy’s name?

Yes, Samsudin is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 97% of bearers are male.

What is the origin of the name Samsudin?

Samsudin is of Arabic origin.

Is the name Samsudin in the Quran?

Samsudin does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.

How many syllables does Samsudin have?

Samsudin has 3 syllables (Sam-su-din) and 8 letters.

How popular is the name Samsudin?

Samsudin ranks #611 among boy names in our data sample (33 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

What are other spellings of Samsudin?

Other spellings: Samsuddin.

What full names go well with Samsudin?

Some ideas: Samsudin Akram Zaidan; Rafi Samsudin Musyafa; Hafizh Samsudin.

Famous people named Samsudin?

Notable people named Samsudin include Samsudin Hardjakusumah, Samsudin, Samsudin.

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