Samantha

Name:

Samantha

Pronounced: suh-MAN-thuh

Variations: Samanta, Sammantha, Sammie, Sammy

Origin:

English

Meaning:

Samantha is an English name that was first recorded in the 18th century, and it is believed to have been created as a feminine form of the male name Samuel. The name means "heard by God" or "told by God," and it is derived from the Hebrew name Shmuel, which means "name of God" or "asked of God."

Popularity:

Samantha is a moderately popular name in the United States and other English-speaking countries, and it has been consistently popular since the 1960s. It is not a commonly used name in non-English-speaking countries.

Did you know?

Samantha is a classic and timeless name that has been used for various literary and historical figures, such as Samantha Stephens, the main character in the TV show "Bewitched." The name has also been used for various businesses and organizations, such as Samantha Thavasa, a Japanese fashion company that specializes in women's handbags and accessories.

Famous namesakes:

Samantha Smith was an American actress who played the role of Andrea on the TV show "The Walking Dead," and Samantha Power is an American diplomat who served as the United States Ambassador to the United Nations under President Barack Obama.

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