Sammantha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sammantha is an English variant of Samantha, which originates from the Hebrew name Samuel, meaning 'heard by God.' The name has evolved through history, having gained popularity in the 18th century and flourishing in the 20th century. It carries connotations of being a good listener and has positive traits associated with creativity and individuality. There is no direct biblical relevance, but its roots tie back to a biblical name.
The name Sammantha is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Sammantha 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, 'Sammantha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8585th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1874th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3229th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13987th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sammantha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sammantha"
Pronunciation
/sæmˈænθə/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Sammantha is a variant of Samantha, which combines the masculine name Samuel with the feminine suffix -antha. The name Samuel comes from Hebrew, meaning 'heard by God.'
Meaning
listener, heard by God
Language Evolution
Samuel (Hebrew), Samantha (English), Sammantha (English)
Historical Usage
The name Samantha gained popularity in the 18th century and has since evolved into various forms, including Sammantha. Its usage increased in the 20th century, especially in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Samantha, Sam, Sammy
Modern Popularity & Image
Sammantha is seen as a modern and feminine name, often associated with creativity and individuality. It is viewed positively in contemporary culture.
Famous People
Samantha Barks, Samantha Fox, Samantha Bee
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sammantha"
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 "Sammantha"
"Sammantha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8585th of 19264 | 65 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1874th of 27321 | 1,093 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3229th of 35406 | 763 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13987th of 30306 | 64 |
Regional Popularity of "Sammantha" 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 "Sammantha" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
48.22% 1777th/3685 |
48.49% 2170th/4475 |
41.91% 2177th/5194 |
27.45% 1734th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
74.53% 3415th/4582 |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
54.25% 3967th/7313 |
30.12% 2248th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
91.95% 5771st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sammantha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sammantha" 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.