Boy Name · English Origin
Samson
Samson — a boy name from the English tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Son of strength", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Sanjuana is on your shortlist, Samson belongs in the same conversation.
Samson meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Son of strength
Origin: English naming roots help connect Samson to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Samson as S·A·M·S·O·N, with 6 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Samson is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Samson variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Samsona, Samsone, Samsony, Samso.
- Nicknames: Sam and S.
- Middle names: Pair Samson with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Samson middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Sanjuana, Sampson, Sunshine, Shimon, Sanjuanita — full picks on the sibling names for Samson guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Samson? Browse our names like Samson guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Samson
What does the name Samson mean?
Samson means "Son of strength" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Samson?
Samson originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Samson?
Samson has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Samson a boy's or girl's name?
Samson is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Samson in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Samson sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Samson?
Names that share Samson's sound and style include Sanjuana, Sampson, Sunshine, Shimon, Sanjuanita.
What middle names pair well with Samson?
Good middle-name fits for Samson pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Samson is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Samson is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Samson?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Samson share its rhythm without rhyming — Sanjuana, Sampson, Sunshine all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.