Back to Baby Names

Sam vs Uriah

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

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Sam Rank #652
Uriah Rank #655

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 vs #655 for Uriah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sam or Uriah more popular?

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 compared to Uriah at #655 in the United States.

What do Sam and Uriah mean?

Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin). Uriah means "God is my light" (Hebrew origin).

Are Sam and Uriah boy or girl names?

Sam is primarily a boy name. Uriah is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons