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Samuel

Samuel is a boy name of English origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#25

How popular is Samuel?

Popularity in the United States

Samuel has been given to 780,818 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.

About 1 in 194 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

07,41814,836188019502020
Babies named Samuel per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Samuel has been given to 94,525 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.

01,1672,333190019612022
Babies named Samuel per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 57,873 people called Samuel living in Spain, with an average age of 22.6.

780,818 Babies named since 1880
2000s Peak decade
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Frequently asked questions about Samuel

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

Samuel is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Samuel?

Samuel has been given to 780,818 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.