Samuel vs Isaiah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Samuel

Boy #17 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"name of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Jewish Christian American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#17
Total SSA Count
8,310
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Samuel Rank #17
Isaiah Rank #56

Samuel is more popular, ranked #17 vs #56 for Isaiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samuel or Isaiah more popular?

Samuel is more popular, ranked #17 compared to Isaiah at #56 in the United States.

What do Samuel and Isaiah mean?

Samuel means "name of God" (Hebrew origin). Isaiah means "the Lord saves" (Hebrew origin).

Are Samuel and Isaiah boy or girl names?

Samuel is primarily a boy name. Isaiah is primarily a boy name.

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