"name of God, asked of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Samuela
Pronunciation: [ s-amy-oo-EHL-uh ]
Samuela is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "name of God, asked of God." Ranked #48,661 in the US, popular nicknames include Sam, Sammy, and Ela.
God heard this prayer — and answered beautifully
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The Story of Samuela
Samuela is the elegant feminine form of Samuel, one of the most venerated names in the Hebrew Bible. Samuel means Shemuel in Hebrew — interpreted as name of God, heard by God, or God has heard — a name that began as a prayer answered. The prophet Samuel anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel, making the name synonymous with wisdom and divine purpose. The feminized -a ending, common in Romance languages, gives it the lyrical quality of Daniela, Gabriela, and Manuela, and it has been embraced in Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese-speaking communities for centuries.
Samuela has steady use in Italy and Latin America, where the tradition of feminizing biblical names with an -a suffix is deeply rooted. It offers parents who love Sam as a nickname a more formal and feminine full name than Samantha.
In the Hebrew Bible, Samuel was the last of the judges and first of the major prophets — a figure of extraordinary influence who bridged the era of judges and the monarchy. The name carries profound spiritual weight in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.
Historical Record
Samuela first appeared in US Social Security records in 2005.
Over 45 babies have been named Samuela in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Samuela is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #48,661 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Books of Samuel in the Bible are among the most dramatic narratives in ancient literature, filled with politics, war, and divine intervention
- Samuel is one of fewer than 20 names appearing in all three major Abrahamic traditions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
Samuela in Other Languages
Hebrew
שמואלה
Italian
Samuela
Spanish
Samuela
Portuguese
Samuela
Popularity Over Time
#48,661
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Samuela
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Samuela Pejcinovic Buric
Politician
1972
Croatian politician who served as Secretary General of the Council of Europe
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Prophet Samuel
Religious
1100
Major Hebrew prophet and judge who anointed the first kings of Israel
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #48,661
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Spanish Portuguese Latin American Jewish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Sam
Sammy
Ela
Muela
Middle Name Ideas
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Classic pairing, Spanish heritage match, balanced 4-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 4-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 4-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 4-1 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, Italian heritage match, balanced 4-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, Italian heritage match, balanced 4-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 4-1 syllable flow
Middle Names
Middle Names for Samuela
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Samuela is also used as a boy name, ranked #35558.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Samuela
What does the name Samuela mean?
"name of God, asked of God" (from Hebrew). Samuela is the elegant feminine form of Samuel, one of the most venerated names in the Hebrew Bible. Samuel means Shemuel in Hebrew — interpreted as name of God, heard by God, or God has heard — a name that began as a prayer answered. The prophet Samuel anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel, making the name synonymous with wisdom and divine purpose. The feminized -a ending, common in Romance languages, gives it the lyrical quality of Daniela, Gabriela, and Manuela, and it has been embraced in Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese-speaking communities for centuries.
What is the origin of the name Samuela?
Samuela has Hebrew, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Latin American, and Jewish origins. In Hebrew, it means "name of God, asked of God".
Is Samuela a boy or girl name?
Samuela is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #48661. As a boy name, it is ranked #35558. Samuela is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Samuela?
Samuela is pronounced s-amy-oo-EHL-uh.
How popular is the name Samuela?
Samuela is currently ranked #48661 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Samuela?
Common nicknames for Samuela include Sam, Sammy, Ela, and Muela.
What are good middle names for Samuela?
Popular middle name pairings include Samuela Grace, Samuela Maria, Samuela Rose, Samuela Elena, and Samuela Isabel.
What are good sibling names for Samuela?
Names that pair well with Samuela as siblings include Daniela, Gabriela, Rafael, Isabella, and Miguel.
How many syllables does Samuela have?
Samuela has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Samuela a common or rare name?
Samuela is an uncommon name, ranked #48661 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Samuela
Samuela is a girl name with Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Latin American, and Jewish origins . The name means "name of God, asked of God" in Hebrew .
Is Samuela a boy or girl name? Samuela is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #48,661 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #35,558. Samuela is more commonly used as a boy name.
Samuela is currently ranked #48,661 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Samuela has 4 syllables and is pronounced s-amy-oo-EHL-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Samuela include Sam, Sammy, Ela, and Muela. 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)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis