What is the origin of the last name Samama?

The last name "Samama" is of Sephardic Jewish origin. It is derived from the Hebrew word "Shammai," meaning "desolate" or "waste." Sephardic Jews originate from the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa and were among those who were expelled or forced to convert to Christianity during the Spanish Inquisition. Many Sephardic Jews subsequently settled in various parts of Europe, including the Netherlands, where the surname "Samama" may have originated.

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