Name meaning
Samuel Name Meaning - God has heard (Hebrew)
- Meaning
- God has heard
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- SA-MU-E-L
Samuel means "God has heard" (Hebrew). Etymologically, Samuel belongs to Hebrew naming and is usually defined as "God has heard." Samuel is a Hebrew name meaning God has heard.
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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown
Etymologically, Samuel belongs to Hebrew naming and is usually defined as "God has heard." Samuel is a Hebrew name meaning God has heard.
Origin and Historical Usage
Samuel is a Hebrew name meaning God has heard. The prophet Samuel anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel. Samuel is also the name of two books of the Bible. Samuel Johnson compiled the first comprehensive English dictionary; Samuel Adams was a founding father. Parents who choose Samuel often cite sound and family heritage as much as dictionary meaning.
Pronunciation Guide
- Phonetic
- SA-MU-E-L
- Syllables
- 2
Geographic and Cultural Usage
Samuel is heard in Hebrew-heritage families and among parents who want a name tied to Hebrew sound. English speakers may need one pronunciation cue; after that it is usually easy to remember.
Popularity
Ranked #12 in our dataset. Compare with your country's official baby-name tables before deciding on rarity.
Notable People Named Samuel
- SSamuel L. Jackson
- SSamuel Adams
- SSamuel Johnson
- SSamuel Beckett
Variants and Related Names
Spelling variants
- Sam — alternate form of Samuel
- Sammy — alternate form of Samuel
- Samuele — alternate form of Samuel
- Sami — alternate form of Samuel
- Shmuel — alternate form of Samuel
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