Samar
girl name#4661 in 2025Samar entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #3573 in 1998, ranks #4661 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1972–2025
#4661
rank today
#3573
peak (1998)
29
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #6833 |
| 1980s | #4525 |
| 1990s | #4302 |
| 2000s | #6274 |
| 2010s | #5237 |
| 2020s | #4925 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Samar has been most popular in CA, IL, TX.
Living bearers
About 1,100 people named Samar are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Samar alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Samar in 2025?
- Samar ranks #4661 among US girl names in 2025, with 29 babies given the name.
- When was the name Samar most popular?
- Samar peaked in 1998, reaching #3573 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Samar with classmates?
- Samar will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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