Sammy: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: s-ahmmy
Origin: Israel
gender-female

Emmy Samtani

Emmy Samtani

Emmy is the founder of Kiindred and mother to 3 little ones. Over the last 4 years, she has worked with some of the most credible experts in the parenting space and is a keen contributor on all things parenthood.
Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Middle East
Meaning: Sammy carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

The name Sammy is a diminutive form of Samuel, which originates from the Hebrew word "Shemu'el," meaning "God has heard" or "the name of God." It gained popularity as a standalone name in the 1960s and has since become a familiar and approachable choice among parents. The name exudes feelings of familiarity and is often associated with religious significance, particularly in Jewish and Christian cultures. Over time, the use of Sammy has evolved from being primarily a nickname to becoming a distinct name with its own identity.

Sammy Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Sammy is currently #11331 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Sammy is currently #6409 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Sammy is currently #5711 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Sammy is currently #3223 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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