Samantha Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Samantha Name at a Glance

Name	Samantha
Meaning	Listener.
Origin	Aramaic
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Samantha Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Samantha means “Listener”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Samantha Name Origin

Our database records Samantha under Aramaic origin. Browse more Aramaic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Samantha a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Samantha is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Samantha

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