Kamden vs Sam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Sammy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kamden Rank #629
Sam Rank #652

Kamden is more popular, ranked #629 vs #652 for Sam.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kamden ___

  • Kamden Lee
  • Kamden James
  • Kamden Michael
  • Kamden Ryder
  • Kamden Cole

Sam ___

  • Sam James
  • Sam Lee
  • Sam Alexander
  • Sam William
  • Sam Cole
  • Sam David

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kamden

Brayden Wyatt Nolan Brielle Layla

If you choose Sam

Jack Lucy Ella Tom Lily

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kamden or Sam more popular?

Kamden is more popular, ranked #629 compared to Sam at #652 in the United States.

What do Kamden and Sam mean?

Kamden means "winding valley" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kamden and Sam boy or girl names?

Kamden is primarily a boy name. Sam is primarily a boy name.

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