Sam Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Sam Name at a Glance

Name	Sam
Meaning	Diminutive of Samantha: Listen; name of God.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Sam Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Sam means “Diminutive of Samantha: Listen; name of God”. 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.

Sam Name Origin

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

Is Sam a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Sam

When considering Sam for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.