Dustin vs Sam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dustin

Boy #686 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Thor's stone"

Origin: Old Norse Þórsteinn

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#686
Total SSA Count
394
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Dustin Rank #686
Sam Rank #652

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 vs #686 for Dustin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dustin or Sam more popular?

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 compared to Dustin at #686 in the United States.

What do Dustin and Sam mean?

Dustin means "Thor's stone" (Old Norse Þórsteinn origin). Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dustin and Sam boy or girl names?

Dustin is primarily a boy name. Sam is primarily a boy name.

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