Sampson
Sampson: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /หsรฆmp.sษn/ ยท /หsรฆm.sษn/
Meaning and origin of Sampson
- A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin.
Etymology
A variant of Samson.
How popular is Sampson?
Since 1880, 3,901 boys in the U.S. have been named Sampson. Its highest rank for boys was #415 in 1898. In 2025, 34 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Sampson
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Sibling name ideas for Sampson
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Sampson FAQ
What does the name Sampson mean?
A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin. A variant of Samson.
What is the origin of the name Sampson?
Sampson is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Sampson?
Since 1880, 3,901 boys in the U.S. have been named Sampson. Its highest rank for boys was #415 in 1898. In 2025, 34 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Sampson a boy or girl name?
Sampson is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 3,901 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.