Samael Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSAM-ay-el / /ˈsæm.aɪ.ɛl/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: 'venom of God'; Arabic: 'the poison of God'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew tradition, Samael is often depicted as an archangel associated with severity and death. In Arabic culture, the name carries connotations of danger and is sometimes linked to the concept of divine retribution.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Samiel
- Sam
- Samael
International Variants
- Samael (Spanish)
- Samaël (French)
Famous people named Samael
Samael Aun Weor — spiritual teacher.
Samael (band) — Swiss metal band.
Fictional characters named Samael
Samael — 'The Sandman' series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Samael was first seen in the United States in 1998. Samael has ranked as high as #1331 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Arizona, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Samael has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Samael (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 12 | |
| TX | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 35 |
| 2020 | 33 |
| 2021 | 51 |
| 2022 | 62 |
| 2023 | 55 |
| 2024 | 44 |