Samuel vs Mason

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mason

Boy #42 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Stone worker; one who builds with stone"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#42
Total SSA Count
6,471
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Samuel Rank #17
Mason Rank #42

Samuel is more popular, ranked #17 vs #42 for Mason.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samuel or Mason more popular?

Samuel is more popular, ranked #17 compared to Mason at #42 in the United States.

What do Samuel and Mason mean?

Samuel means "name of God" (Hebrew origin). Mason means "Stone worker; one who builds with stone" (English origin).

Are Samuel and Mason boy or girl names?

Samuel is primarily a boy name. Mason is primarily a boy name.

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