Samba is a name with diverse meanings and origins. In Western African Fula culture, it is a masculine name typically given to a second-born son. In the Luba-Kasai language, Samba is a feminine name meaning ‘to console.’ It also refers to a rhythmic dance genre of Afro-Brazilian origins and holds significant cultural importance within Hinduism. The name 'Samba' holds profound cultural significance within Hinduism, referring to the son of Lord Krishna and one of the eighteen minor puranas, and it also carries meanings such as 'happy' and 'fortunate' in Sanskrit. The name has seen fluctuations in popularity over the years, peaking in 2008 in the US.
