Samurai

Q: How popular is the name Samurai?

Samurai is ranked #32200 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ s-AM-oor-eye ]

Boy Name #32,200 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Samurai is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced s-AM-oor-eye.

Parents who love the name Samurai often also consider Madysen, Laurencio, Khasi .

Popularity Over Time

#32,200

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #32,200
Total SSA Count: 5

Alternative Spellings

Samuel #17

Nicknames

Sam Say Samie Samuie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Samurai

Is Samurai a boy or girl name?

Samurai is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Samurai?

Samurai is pronounced s-AM-oor-eye.

How popular is the name Samurai?

Samurai is currently ranked #32200 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Samurai?

Common nicknames for Samurai include Sam, Say, Samie, and Samuie.

Is Samurai a common or rare name?

Samurai is an uncommon name, ranked #32200 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Samurai

Samurai is a boy name .

Samurai is currently ranked #32,200 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Samurai include Sam, Say, Samie, and Samuie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Samurai include Samuel . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.