Samuel
s(a)-muel
US Popularity:30
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:God has heard; Name of God
Samuel is a masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "God has heard" or "name of God." This traditional biblical name is derived from the Hebrew name Shemu'el, which is of the same meanings. If you're looking for a name with a biblical connection, Samuel is most notably the name of the Hebrew prophet and last ruling king mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. Samuel is a name of great religious significance, a classic choice for those who wish to raise baby in faith.
Famous People Named Samuel
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Samuel AdamsPolitician
- Samuel BarberComposer
- Samuel BeckettNovelist, Playwright, Poet
- Samuel ColtInventor
- Samuel JoslinActor
- Samuel L. JacksonActor
- Samuel MorseInventor
- Samuel PepysAuthor
- Samuel Taylor ColeridgePoet
- Samuel WestDirector
How Popular Is The Name Samuel?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Samuel is currently #99 on The Bump
Boy:Samuel is currently #57 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Samuel is currently #30 in U.S. births
Boy:Samuel is currently #20 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#20
in 2023
- 1
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Samuel, June 2023
Dictionary of Medieval Names from European Sources, Samuel
Online Etymology Dictionary, Samuel, October 2017
WordSense, Samuel
Britannica, Samuel, Hebrew prophet, January 2024
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