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Zeke vs Sam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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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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Popularity Comparison

Zeke Rank #732
Sam Rank #652

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zeke or Sam more popular?

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

What do Zeke and Sam mean?

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

Are Zeke and Sam boy or girl names?

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

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