Samori
Samori is a boy baby name. Ranked #18,425 in the US, popular nicknames include Sam, Say, and Samie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Samori first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 66 babies have been named Samori in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Samori is past its peak , currently ranked #18,425 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,425
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Samori is also used as a girl name, ranked #39514.
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Old English origin
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About the Name Samori
Samori is a boy name .
Is Samori a boy or girl name? Samori is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #18,425 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #39,514. Samori is more commonly used as a boy name.
Samori is currently ranked #18,425 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Samori include Sam, Say, Samie, and Samoie. 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