Sammy
girl name#5099 in 2025Sammy entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1206 in 1936, ranks #5099 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
#5099
rank today
#1206
peak (1936)
25
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2743 |
| 1920s | #2353 |
| 1930s | #1615 |
| 1940s | #1791 |
| 1950s | #3043 |
| 1960s | #3755 |
| 1970s | #6125 |
| 1980s | #6062 |
| 1990s | #8697 |
| 2000s | #9575 |
| 2010s | #7055 |
| 2020s | #5811 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sammy has been most popular in CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Sammy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sammy alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sammy in 2025?
- Sammy ranks #5099 among US girl names in 2025, with 25 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sammy most popular?
- Sammy peaked in 1936, reaching #1206 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sammy with classmates?
- Sammy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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