Samatha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Samatha originates from the Sanskrit word for 'evenness' or 'equanimity', reflecting a meaning associated with calmness and tranquility. The name has evolved through historical forms in Sanskrit and Pali before being adopted into English. It is commonly used in spiritual contexts and is viewed positively today. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name, and it has variants such as Samantha and Sam.
The name Samatha is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Samatha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Samatha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11476th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1554th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1075th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3743rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21584th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Samatha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Samatha"
Pronunciation
/səˈmɑːθə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Samatha is derived from the Sanskrit word 'samatā', which means 'evenness' or 'equanimity'. It is often associated with tranquility and balance.
Meaning
calmness, tranquility, equanimity
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: समता (samatā), Pali: समता (samatha), English: Samatha
Historical Usage
The name Samatha has gained popularity in various spiritual and meditation contexts, particularly in Buddhist traditions, since the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Samantha, Sam, Sammy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Samatha is viewed positively, often associated with peace and mindfulness in contemporary culture.
Famous People
Samatha B. Smith, an advocate for mental health awareness
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Samatha"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Samatha"
"Samatha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11476th of 12526 | 9 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1554th of 19264 | 1,022 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1075th of 27321 | 2,538 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3743rd of 35406 | 613 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 21584th of 30306 | 20 |
Regional Popularity of "Samatha" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Samatha" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
56.11% 1648th/2937 |
63.68% 2218th/3483 |
38.97% 1371st/3518 |
70.43% 2848th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
28.06% 1034th/3685 |
26.55% 1188th/4475 |
18.43% 957th/5194 |
22.05% 1393rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
65.14% 3364th/5164 |
55.03% 4024th/7313 |
54.29% 4052nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Samatha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Samatha" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.