Girl name guide

Samantha name meaning, origin and style

Samantha name meaning: meaning is debated. Explore its origin, pronunciation and related names below.

Origin
Aramaic and Hebrew tradition
Meaning
meaning is debated
Say it
suh-MAN-thuh

Choosing Samantha

A considered aramaic and hebrew tradition choice with a clear sound and a distinct identity.

Popularity note

Popularity changes over time and by place. For current United States birth-name data, consult the Social Security Administration’s annual name statistics.

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