Samella Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Samella has its roots in Hebrew, stemming from the name Samuel, which means 'God has heard.' Over time, it has evolved through various languages and forms. It is often characterized by unique traits and is not directly associated with biblical figures. Samella is gaining recognition as a distinctive name in contemporary culture.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Samella"
Pronunciation
/səˈmɛlə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Samella is derived from the Hebrew name Samuel, which means 'God has heard.' It is often considered a feminine form of Samuel.
Meaning
God has heard
Language Evolution
Samuel (Hebrew), Samuele (Italian), Samuella (Latin)
Historical Usage
Samella is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States as a unique and feminine variant of Samuel.
Variants & Derivatives
Sam, Sami, Sammy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Samella is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 25 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in Arkansas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Samella"
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 "Samella"
"Samella" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2515th of 9107 | 221 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2658th of 9204 | 203 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3647th of 12526 | 209 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9489th of 19264 | 52 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17545th of 27321 | 26 |
Regional Popularity of "Samella" 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 "Samella" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
93.79% 1328th/1416 |
- |
64.33% 1522nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
60.60% 1426th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
89.03% 2540th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Samella"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Samella" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Samella" in the United States
The name Samella is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation 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, Samella has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Samella' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2515th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2658th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3647th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9489th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17545th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Samella' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.