Samantha
Female name · ★ Classic
212,382
Total Births
1990
Peak Year
#114
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Samantha
Samantha is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 212,382 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1990s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 278 births |
| 1890s | 195 births |
| 1900s | 74 births |
| 1950s | 43 births |
| 1960s | 4,198 births |
| 1970s | 11,388 births |
| 1980s | 46,925 births |
| 1990s | 86,769 births |
| 2000s | 49,779 births |
| 2010s | 11,006 births |
| 2020s | 1,727 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Samantha?
Samantha has been given to 212,382 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1990 with 9,960 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #114.
Is Samantha a boy or girl name?
Samantha is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Samantha most popular?
Samantha was most popular in 1990, when 9,960 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Samantha?
Samantha first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).