Sam vs Avi

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sam

Boy #652 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"name of God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #846 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"father figure, patriarch"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew Israeli American Indian

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Sam Rank #652

Avi Rank #846

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 vs #846 for Avi.

Is Sam or Avi more popular?

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 compared to Avi at #846 in the United States.

What do Sam and Avi mean?

Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin). Avi means "father figure, patriarch" (Hebrew origin).

Are Sam and Avi boy or girl names?

Sam is primarily a boy name. Avi is primarily a boy name.