Jason vs Samuel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jason

Boy #148 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"healer, to heal"

Origin: Greek Iason

Cultural Roots

English American Greek French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#148
Total SSA Count
2,448
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jason Rank #148
Samuel Rank #17

Samuel is more popular, ranked #17 vs #148 for Jason.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jason or Samuel more popular?

Samuel is more popular, ranked #17 compared to Jason at #148 in the United States.

What do Jason and Samuel mean?

Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin). Samuel means "name of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jason and Samuel boy or girl names?

Jason is primarily a boy name. Samuel is primarily a boy name.

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