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Sam vs Keaton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Sam Rank #652
Keaton Rank #844

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 vs #844 for Keaton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sam or Keaton more popular?

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 compared to Keaton at #844 in the United States.

What do Sam and Keaton mean?

Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin). Keaton means "place of hawks, kite's settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Sam and Keaton boy or girl names?

Sam is primarily a boy name. Keaton is primarily a boy name.

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