Samuel
Male name · ★ Classic
338,499
Total Births
2001
Peak Year
#20
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Samuel
Samuel is of Hebrew origin meaning 'heard by God,' a major biblical prophet and judge. It has been consistently popular in the US for over a century. Notable Samuels include Samuel L. Jackson and Samuel Adams.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 19,340 births |
| 1890s | 17,926 births |
| 1900s | 18,002 births |
| 1910s | 23,468 births |
| 1920s | 20,923 births |
| 1930s | 14,653 births |
| 1940s | 18,010 births |
| 1950s | 21,858 births |
| 1960s | 17,579 births |
| 1970s | 19,145 births |
| 1980s | 28,591 births |
| 1990s | 48,693 births |
| 2000s | 49,796 births |
| 2010s | 14,697 births |
| 2020s | 5,818 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Samuel?
Samuel has been given to 338,499 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2001 with 5,712 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #20.
Is Samuel a boy or girl name?
Samuel is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Samuel most popular?
Samuel was most popular in 2001, when 5,712 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Samuel?
Samuel first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).