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Current rank (2024)#11858
Babies named Samwell in 20246
Total recorded49
Peak year2019 (10 babies)
Highest rank ever#8167
Years in records2016–2024 (8 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 3691 spots

Frequently asked about Samwell

What does the name Samwell mean?
Samwell means “Industrious, striving” from French/Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Samwell?
Samwell has French/Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Industrious, striving”.
How popular is Samwell?
Samwell ranked #11858 in 2024 — given to 6 babies that year.
Is Samwell a boy or girl name?
Samwell is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Samwells in registered births are male.
Is the name Samwell rising or falling in popularity?
Samwell has fallen 3691 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #8167 in 2019 to #11858 in 2024.
How long has Samwell been recorded?
Samwell appears in birth records across 8 years — from 2016 through 2024.

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