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Samori

sah-MOR-ee

Samori is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Likely derived from the name Samory, a variant of Samuel, meaning "God has heard" in Hebrew.”. It currently ranks #12055 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1999.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Samori Means

Likely derived from the name Samory, a variant of Samuel, meaning "God has heard" in Hebrew.

The Story of Samori

From the heart of West Africa, a name of legendary leadership echoes through time to find your son.

Samori is a name deeply rooted in history, likely derived from the esteemed leader Samori Touré, who fiercely resisted French colonialism in the 19th century. This name carries echoes of West African heritage, particularly from the Wassoulou Empire, and saw its recorded use in the late 20th century.

When you hear Samori, you sense a powerful presence. This is a name for your son, a leader who will face challenges with resilience and independence, embodying a spirit of brave conviction in all he undertakes.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Famous Namesakes

  • Samori Touré

    Founder/leader of the Wassoulou Empire, resisted French colonialism

Personality Traits

LeaderResilientIndependentBrave

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Peak Year

#9 in 1999

Total Births

71

First Recorded

1984

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