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Samson

SAM-son

Popularity

#522

stable

Letters

6

Syllables

2

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

12,235

Peak Year

#582 in 2024

First Recorded

1892

Style

Spiritual & Biblical, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Samson is a Hebrew name meaning "sun". It's a biblical name, known from the Old Testament as a judge of Israel with extraordinary strength.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Samson François

    French pianist, known for his interpretations of Chopin

  • Samson Burke

    Canadian actor and former professional wrestler

Nicknames

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Personality Traits

strongdeterminedcourageousloyal

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