Female and male first names beginning with the letter “S”..
SAMIYYAH
FemaleArabic girls' name derived from 'samī', meaning 'heavenly'. It signifies purity and chastity, reflecting heavenly virtues.
SAMMA
FemaleUnique, Yoruba name meaning 'wisdom' and symbolizing prosperity.
SAMMAEL
MaleHebrew name meaning 'poisonous' or 'venomous', associated with one of the seven fallen angels in Jewish mythology.
SAMMAN
MaleArabic male name meaning 'summer,' associated with warmth and growth, popular among Bedouin tribes historically, now globally recognized.
SAMMANTHA
FemaleSamantha is a feminine given name of Greek origin meaning 'listening' or 'hearing', popularized by H.S. Eason's play 'Samantha's Diary'.
SAMMARA
FemaleArabic-derived name that means 'poison' or 'bitter', yet it's associated with beauty and grace.
SAMMATHA
FemaleRare and captivating name with unknown origins, no widely accepted history or clear meaning, yet chosen by some for its unique sound and potential personal significance.
SAMMER
MaleArabic given name meaning 'summer', gaining global recognition despite its unisex and Muslim community origins.
SAMMEUL
MaleSamuel is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'name of God'.
SAMMEY
MaleHebrew variant spelling of Samuel, which means "name of God" and has a historic association with piety, wisdom, and leadership.
SAMMI
MaleUnisex name of Hebrew origin, derived from the name Samuel meaning "name of God" or "God has heard".
SAMMI
FemaleHebrew name derived from Samuel, meaning "name of God" or "God heard.
SAMMIE
FemaleDistinctive Hebrew name derived from Samuel, meaning "name of God" or "God heard".
SAMMIE
MaleModern English given name, originally derived from Hebrew Samuel meaning "name of God" or "God heard".
SAMMIEJO
FemaleAmerican variant of Samantha, derived from the Greek word "sam" meaning 'together'. It was created for uniqueness, with no specific historical or cultural significance.
SAMMIJO
FemaleLatin American given name of Spanish origin, derived from "sajino," meaning "of noble birth" or "of high rank." It was traditionally used as a title of nobility in medieval Spain before becoming popularized as a unisex given name.
SAMMIYAH
FemaleUnique Arabic female name meaning 'elevated' or 'lofty', traditionally given in Islamic cultures, reflecting nobility and dignity.
SAMMUAL
MaleSamuel is a Hebrew name meaning "God hears".
SAMMUEL
MaleSamuel is a Hebrew male given name that means "name of God" or "God heard.
SAMMUL
MaleDistinct Hebrew name derived from 'shammu'el', meaning 'name of God'. It's renowned for its biblical significance, associated with the devoted prophet Samuel who anointed King David.
SAMMY
MaleDiminutive form of the Hebrew name Samuel, which means "name of God" or "God heard.
SAMMY
FemaleSamuel is a classic Hebrew boy's name meaning "name of God," popular throughout history and used by various cultures.
SAMMYA
FemaleRare Hebrew name derived from 'shama', meaning 'to hear' or 'attentive one'.
SAMMYE
FemaleInformal abbreviation of Samuel, a classic Hebrew name meaning 'name of God', popularized by its biblical figure who became the last judge and prophet of ancient Israel.
SAMMYJO
FemaleRare, unique name of unknown origin, possibly a blend of Samuel and Joey.
SAMNANG
MaleThe name Samnang is Cambodian in origin, meaning "three females," derived from Khmer words for three (Sam) and female (Nang). It was popular during the Khmer Empire (9th-15th centuries), reflecting the significance of numbers in Cambodian culture and religion. Today, it remains a popular unisex name among Cambodians.
SAMNANG
FemaleUnique Khmer name meaning "proud" or "arrogant," historically reserved for royal or noble Cambodian boys, now globally recognized.
SAMNATHA
FemaleSamantha is a female Greek-origin name meaning 'listener' or 'heard of God', derived from 'sam' (heard) and 'anthos' (flower).
SAMOAN
FemaleAncient Polynesian given name that originates from the island nation of Samoa in the South Pacific Ocean. While it does not have a specific meaning in English, bearing the name Samoan often signifies pride in one's Polynesian heritage and connection to Samoa's rich culture and history.
SAMON
MaleHebrew origin and means "heavens," popularized by High Priest Samon ben Natan during the Second Temple period.
SAMON
FemaleHebrew origin, meaning "support" or "shoulder," derived from the Hebrew word "samak." It appears in the Bible as a son of Caleb.
SAMONA
FemaleUnique African name from the Igbo tribe of Nigeria, meaning 'God is supreme'.
SAMONE
FemaleRare, unisex name of Hebrew origin, translating to 'like heaven' or 'heavenly', with historical ties to the prophet Samuel in the Old Testament.
SAMONE
MaleRare Hebrew variant of Samantha meaning 'listen to me', derived from Samuel, the last judge of Israel.
SAMONI
FemaleRare Hawaiian name derived from "samoniflame", referring to burning or scorching. It was coined by powerful Queen Ka'ahumanu and symbolizes strength, determination, and Hawaiian heritage.
SAMONIE
FemaleRare yet powerful female name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'eight', symbolizing abundance and perfection. It is associated with the mother of eight martyred sons during Antiochus IV's reign, showcasing unwavering faith and resilience.
SAMONTE
MaleSamonte is believed to be a variant of the Hebrew name Samuel, meaning 'name of God' or 'God heard', though its origins are unclear.
SAMONTHA
FemaleRare yet powerful female name of Ashanti origin in Ghana, translating to 'the queen will bear a child' and signifying hope and anticipation.
SAMORA
MaleUnique African name of Malawian Chewa origin, meaning "one who brings peace".
SAMORA
FemaleUncommon African name of Makua origin from Mozambique, meaning "lizard" and symbolizing strength and endurance. It was notably borne by Mozambican revolutionary leader Samora Machel, the country's first president after independence.