Samwise
boy name#4857 in 2025Samwise entered the US charts in 2002, peaked at #4494 in 2021, ranks #4857 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2002–2025
#4857
rank today
#4494
peak (2021)
20
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #10705 |
| 2010s | #7677 |
| 2020s | #5574 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Samwise are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Samwise is a kid of about 5 — 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 Samwise in 2025?
- Samwise ranks #4857 among US boy names in 2025, with 20 babies given the name.
- When was the name Samwise most popular?
- Samwise peaked in 2021, reaching #4494 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Samwise with classmates?
- Samwise will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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