Sammie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sammie is a diminutive of the Hebrew name Samuel, meaning 'God has heard.' It evolved from Shemu'el in Hebrew to Samuel in Latin, and finally to Sammie in modern English. The name embodies traits of warmth and friendliness, and while it does not have a direct biblical relevance, it is linked to the biblical figure Samuel. Sammie became popular in the 20th century and is often used in casual contexts.
The name Sammie is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Sammie has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Sammie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 385th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 301st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 402nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 710th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1363rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3030th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4531st out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 722nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 589th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1126th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2465th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3701st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5064th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4375th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sammie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sammie"
Pronunciation
/ˈsæmi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Sammie is often considered a diminutive or affectionate form of Samuel, which is derived from the Hebrew name Shemu'el, meaning 'God has heard.'
Meaning
God has heard
Language Evolution
Shemu'el (Hebrew), Samuel (Latinized form), Sammie (Modern English diminutive)
Historical Usage
Sammie gained popularity in the 20th century as a casual and friendly form of Samuel, often used for both males and females.
Variants & Derivatives
Sam, Samuel, Sammy
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Sammie is perceived as approachable and friendly, often associated with warmth and familiarity.
Famous People
Sammie (R&B singer), Sammie Davis Jr. (musician and entertainer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sammie"
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 "Sammie"
"Sammie" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 385th of 7545 | 3,846 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 301st of 6773 | 6,340 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 402nd of 7552 | 6,488 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 710th of 10718 | 2,126 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1363rd of 16616 | 1,009 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3030th of 24088 | 541 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4531st of 23106 | 265 |
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 722nd of 9107 | 1,779 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 589th of 9204 | 2,490 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1126th of 12526 | 1,592 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2465th of 19264 | 506 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3701st of 27321 | 421 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5064th of 35406 | 408 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4375th of 30306 | 390 |
Regional Popularity of "Sammie" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
50.56% 716th/1416 |
- |
9.72% 230th/2366 |
- |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
36.80% 569th/1546 |
- |
8.20% 193rd/2353 |
55.33% 856th/1547 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
27.39% 610th/2227 |
47.20% 1147th/2430 |
9.67% 276th/2853 |
28.58% 793rd/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
28.02% 823rd/2937 |
35.92% 1251st/3483 |
14.38% 506th/3518 |
28.61% 1157th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
35.17% 1296th/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
19.48% 1012th/5194 |
39.86% 2518th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
66.91% 3066th/4582 |
- |
35.74% 2614th/7313 |
- |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
70.54% 4812th/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Sammie" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
19.02% 450th/2366 |
- |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
80.60% 1246th/1546 |
- |
16.36% 385th/2353 |
76.60% 1185th/1547 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
24.36% 695th/2853 |
64.22% 1782nd/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
46.45% 1634th/3518 |
- |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
56.14% 2916th/5194 |
- |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
75.58% 5527th/7313 |
56.59% 4223rd/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
66.40% 4530th/6822 |
56.39% 3539th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sammie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sammie" 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.