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Abram vs Sam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abram

Boy #712 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"exalted father"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish English American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#712
Total SSA Count
374
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Sam

Boy #652 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"name of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#652
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Abram Rank #712
Sam Rank #652

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 vs #712 for Abram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abram or Sam more popular?

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 compared to Abram at #712 in the United States.

What do Abram and Sam mean?

Abram means "exalted father" (Hebrew origin). Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Abram and Sam boy or girl names?

Abram is primarily a boy name. Sam is primarily a boy name.

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