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Sam

Sam is a unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning Short form of Samuel, "God has heard.

  • GenderUnisex
  • OriginHebrew
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables1
  • US rank#116

What does Sam mean?

Short form of Samuel, "God has heard

How popular is Sam?

Popularity in the United States

Sam has been given to 126,603 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1920s. It has held a steady level of use since.

About 1 in 7,990 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Sam per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Sam has been given to 6,898 babies in France since 1921, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Sam per year in France, 1921–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 557 people called Sam living in Spain, with an average age of 17.5.

126,603 Babies named since 1880
1920s Peak decade
Steady Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Sam

What does the name Sam mean?

Sam means Short form of Samuel, "God has heard. It is of Hebrew origin.

Is Sam a boy's or a girl's name?

Sam is used for both boys and girls.

How popular is the name Sam?

Sam has been given to 126,603 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1920s. It has held a steady level of use since.