Samueldavid Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SAM-yool-DAV-id /ˈsæm.juːlˈdeɪ.vɪd/
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: 'God has heard'; English: combination of Samuel and David
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Samueldavid is a compound of two distinct names: Samuel and David, both of which have deep roots in Hebrew. The name Samuel originates from the Hebrew name שְׁמוּאֵל (Shemu'el), meaning "God has heard." This name appears in the Hebrew Bible, where Samuel is a significant prophet and judge who anointed the first kings of Israel, Saul and David, during the 11th century BCE.
The name was later adopted into Greek as Σαμουήλ (Samouēl) and subsequently into Latin as Samuel, before making its way into Old French and eventually English by the 12th century. David, also of Hebrew origin, comes from the name דָּוִד (Dāviḏ), meaning "beloved." David is a central figure in the Hebrew Bible, known for his role as the second king of Israel, a warrior, and a poet credited with composing many of the Psalms.
His story, which includes his famous battle with Goliath, has been influential in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. The name David was adopted into Greek as Δαβίδ (Dabid) and Latin as David, entering the English lexicon around the same time as Samuel.
The combination of Samueldavid reflects a rich tapestry of cultural and religious significance. Both names have been borne by numerous historical figures, including saints and monarchs, contributing to their enduring legacy.
The name Samuel appears in various biblical translations, including the King James Bible in the early 17th century, while David's prominence is echoed in countless works of art and literature throughout history. The pairing of these names can symbolize a strong connection to faith and heritage, resonating with themes of divine favor and beloved leadership.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Samueldavid was first seen in the United States in 2003.
Samueldavid has ranked as high as #1316 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Samueldavid has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Samueldavid is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Samueldavid was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Samueldavid
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Samueldavid.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |