Name Profile
Samuel
“Told by God” — Hebrew
BoyHebrew3 syllablesCurrent rank #17 (2024)
About Samuel
A handsome and deeply historical Hebrew boy's name, Samuel means "told by God." Striking the perfect balance between gentle warmth and steadfast tradition, it remains a beloved and distinguished classic.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginHebrew
Syllables3
Nicknames for Samuel
SamuSamSamieSamyMuel
Popularity in the U.S.
Samuel ranks #17 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 8,310 births..
Samuel popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Samuel had 8,310 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 10,885 | #22 |
| 2016 | 10,594 | #21 |
| 2017 | 10,425 | #21 |
| 2018 | 9,822 | #21 |
| 2019 | 9,272 | #22 |
| 2020 | 8,488 | #25 |
| 2021 | 8,573 | #23 |
| 2022 | 8,414 | #19 |
| 2023 | 8,019 | #19 |
| 2024 | 8,310 | #17 |
Middle Name Ideas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Samuel mean?
Samuel is commonly linked to the meaning Told by God and is associated with Hebrew roots.
Is Samuel a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Samuel ranks #17 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 8,310 births..
What are common nicknames for Samuel?
Popular nicknames include Samu, Sam, Samie, Samy, Muel.