Samuel is a popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #62 in 2023 with 878 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1997 with 6,367 births ranking #7. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 85.7%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 315 boys born was named Samuel. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Samuel is a major biblical classic with a meaning that is traditionally explained in more than one way, most often as name of God or God has heard. It feels dependable, warm, and timeless.
The name has been used for centuries across Jewish and Christian traditions and remains one of the most durable boys' names in the English-speaking world. Its long life comes from its balance of gravity and ease.