Popularity:2880
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:God has heard
Sammy is a gender-neutral baby name of Hebrew origin meaning “God has heard”. This name is often associated with British names Samuel and Samantha and is a common nickname all throughout western culture. However, in the 1960s, Sammy as a name in its own right finally took center stage. American singer, dancer, and comedian Sammy Davis Jr. toured the globe and made his name one to adore. Picking the name Sammy will give baby tons of joy, laughter, and music to enjoy throughout life.
On This Page

Famous People Named Sammy

Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
  • Sammy Baugh
    Football Player
  • Sammy Sosa
    Baseball Player

Similar Names

Explore similar sounding names to find other baby names for your My Favorites list.

Related Baby Names Lists

Check out these related baby names lists to discover more baby boy and baby girl names and meanings.

Sibling Name Ideas

Are you looking for a sibling name for Sammy? Here are some great options:

Names with the Same Meaning

Explore other names that mean "God Answers".
Not sure you have the perfect name? Search to add more baby names to your My Favorites list.