Sambo
Pronunciation: [ s-AMB-oh ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Sambo first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 11 babies have been named Sambo in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sambo is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,061 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,061
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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"flower settlement"
#20,140 in US
Persian origin
"a type of bird"
#20,060 in US
Greek phileo origin
"loving, affectionate (if from Philemon)"
#20,254 in US
Old Norse origin
"eagle"
#20,259 in US
Norman French origin
"little raven"
#20,180 in US
French le détroit origin
"the strait, narrow waterway"
#20,151 in US
German origin
"small, little"
#19,898 in US
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About the Name Sambo
Sambo is a boy name .
Sambo is currently ranked #20,061 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sambo include Sam, Say, and Samie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis