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Ann vs Sam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ann

Boy #17,189 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese Korean Chinese English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#17,189
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
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

Ann Rank #17,189
Sam Rank #652

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 vs #17189 for Ann.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ann or Sam more popular?

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 compared to Ann at #17189 in the United States.

What do Ann and Sam mean?

Ann means "grace, favor" (Hebrew origin). Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ann and Sam boy or girl names?

Ann is primarily a boy name. Sam is primarily a boy name.

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