Cary vs Sampson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cary

Boy #3,642 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pleasant stream"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,642
Total SSA Count
31
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cary Rank #3,642
Sampson Rank #3,474

Sampson is more popular, ranked #3474 vs #3642 for Cary.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cary ___

  • Cary James
  • Cary Michael
  • Cary Thomas
  • Cary William
  • Cary Robert
  • Cary Allen

Sampson ___

  • Sampson James
  • Sampson Lee
  • Sampson Thomas
  • Sampson Henry
  • Sampson David

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cary

Gary Barry Terry Larry Mary

If you choose Sampson

Delilah Solomon Elijah Miriam Benjamin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cary or Sampson more popular?

Sampson is more popular, ranked #3474 compared to Cary at #3642 in the United States.

What do Cary and Sampson mean?

Cary means "pleasant stream" (Celtic origin). Sampson means "sun child, bright sun" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cary and Sampson boy or girl names?

Cary is primarily a boy name. Sampson is primarily a boy name.

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