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Aran vs Sampson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aran

Boy #3,669 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mountain of strength, exalted"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish Hebrew English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,669
Total SSA Count
31
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aran Rank #3,669
Sampson Rank #3,474

Sampson is more popular, ranked #3474 vs #3669 for Aran.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aran or Sampson more popular?

Sampson is more popular, ranked #3474 compared to Aran at #3669 in the United States.

What do Aran and Sampson mean?

Aran means "mountain of strength, exalted" (Hebrew origin). Sampson means "sun child, bright sun" (Hebrew origin).

Are Aran and Sampson boy or girl names?

Aran is primarily a boy name. Sampson is primarily a boy name.

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