Samar
boy name#2304 in 2025Samar entered the US charts in 1973, peaked at #1782 in 2022, ranks #2304 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1973–2025
#2304
rank today
#1782
peak (2022)
60
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4634 |
| 1980s | #5713 |
| 1990s | #7002 |
| 2000s | #5211 |
| 2010s | #2495 |
| 2020s | #2118 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Samar has been most popular in CA, NJ, TX.
Living bearers
About 1,300 people named Samar are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Samar is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
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 #2304 among US boy names in 2025, with 60 babies given the name.
- When was the name Samar most popular?
- Samar peaked in 2022, reaching #1782 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Samar with classmates?
- Samar will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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