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Samora vs Sam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sam

Girl #6,608 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew (via Samuel)

Cultural Roots

English American British Australian European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,608
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Samora Rank #4,624
Sam Rank #6,608

Samora is more popular, ranked #4624 vs #6608 for Sam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samora or Sam more popular?

Samora is more popular, ranked #4624 compared to Sam at #6608 in the United States.

What do Samora and Sam mean?

Samora means "guarded by God" (Hebrew origin). Sam means "God has heard" (Hebrew (via Samuel) origin).

Are Samora and Sam boy or girl names?

Samora is primarily a girl name. Sam is primarily a girl name.

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