US Popularity:348
Origin:Hebrew
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Flower; Name of God
Samantha is a girl's name of English and Hebrew origin. Although its exact origins are uncertain, Samantha is believed to be a feminine variant of Samuel, with the addition of the Greek suffix anthos, meaning "flower." Samuel has Hebrew beginnings, and holds the enlightening definition of "name of God." If you're a fan of the TV series Bewitched, Samantha might ring a bell, as it's the name of the protagonist Samantha Stephens. Samantha comes with a variety of sweet nickname options, including Sam, Sammie, and Sami. While Samantha's popularity undoubtedly peaked in the 90s, it's a truly timeless pick, and The Bump user FrecklesInside agrees, "While Samantha was popular in the 90s, I don't think it's dated or belongs to any particular decade. It's a very pretty name."

Common Nicknames for Samantha

What’s not to like about the name Samantha? We love that it has super-sweet nicknames—and you can find them all below! Whether you’re searching for something soft or playful—or just plain adorable!—you’re going to love the nickname ideas we’ve rounded up for your little one. Take a look at our list of some of the common and cute alternatives for Samantha

How Popular Is The Name Samantha?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Samantha is currently #195 on The Bump
Girl:Samantha is currently #142 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Samantha is currently #348 in U.S. births
Girl:Samantha is currently #151 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2025
#151
in 2025
- 24
from 2024
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
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