Name Profile
Sam
"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin
BoyUnknown1 syllableCurrent rank #651 (2024)
About Sam
Sam appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1880 through 2020. In 2024, it ranks #651 among boys, with 423 reported births. Across available SSA years, the name appears 126,603 times.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationSam
Syllables1
Nicknames for Sam
Sam is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Sam ranks #651 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 423 births.. Parents often choose Sam for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Sam had 423 births in 2024.
Middle Name Ideas
- Sam James
- Sam Alexander
- Sam Reid
More Names Like Sam
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sam mean?
Sam means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.
Is Sam a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Sam ranks #651 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 423 births..
How is Sam pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Sam.