Samson
boy name#477 in 2025Samson entered the US charts in 1892, peaked at #477 in 2025, ranks #477 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1892–2025
#477
rank today
#477
peak (2025)
639
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #952 |
| 1900s | #1086 |
| 1910s | #1689 |
| 1920s | #2011 |
| 1930s | #2006 |
| 1940s | #1940 |
| 1950s | #1570 |
| 1960s | #1580 |
| 1970s | #1199 |
| 1980s | #961 |
| 1990s | #984 |
| 2000s | #934 |
| 2010s | #674 |
| 2020s | #550 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Samson has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 12,000 people named Samson are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Samson is a kid of about 12 — 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 Samson in 2025?
- Samson ranks #477 among US boy names in 2025, with 639 babies given the name.
- When was the name Samson most popular?
- Samson peaked in 2025, reaching #477 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Samson with classmates?
- Samson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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