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Sam vs Zeke

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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Zeke

Boy #732 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"strength of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#732
Total SSA Count
358
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

45 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Sam Rank #652
Zeke Rank #732

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 vs #732 for Zeke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sam or Zeke more popular?

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 compared to Zeke at #732 in the United States.

What do Sam and Zeke mean?

Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin). Zeke means "strength of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Sam and Zeke boy or girl names?

Sam is primarily a boy name. Zeke is primarily a boy name.

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