Samson
Samson: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsæmsən/
Meaning and origin of Samson
- A male given name from Hebrew.
- An English surname derived from the given name, or from Samuel + son.
Etymology
From Middle English Sampson, Sampsoun, Samson, from Latin Samson, from Ancient Greek Σαμψών (Sampsṓn), from Hebrew שִׁמְשׁוֹן.
How popular is Samson?
Since 1880, 12,879 boys in the U.S. have been named Samson. Its highest rank for boys was #477 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #477 for boys, with 639 babies given the name.
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Samson FAQ
What does the name Samson mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. An English surname derived from the given name, or from Samuel + son. From Middle English Sampson, Sampsoun, Samson, from Latin Samson, from Ancient Greek Σαμψών (Sampsṓn), from Hebrew שִׁמְשׁוֹן.
What is the origin of the name Samson?
Samson is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Samson?
Since 1880, 12,879 boys in the U.S. have been named Samson. Its highest rank for boys was #477 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #477 for boys, with 639 babies given the name.
Is Samson a boy or girl name?
Samson is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 12,879 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.