Samuella

“a feminine form of Samuel, meaning 'God has heard'”

USA origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10179US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

226All-time births

📅 Since 191600

How to pronounce Samuella

SAMY·oo·LLAH

/ˈsæmj.uː.ˈllɑ/ · stress on SAMY · 3 syllables

“a feminine form of Samuel, meaning 'God has heard'”

USA origin · Girl name

What does Samuella mean and where does it come from?

Samuella is a modern name that has gained popularity in the United States. It is often considered a variation of the traditional name Samuel, which has Hebrew origins (שְׁמוּאֵל) and dates back to biblical times. The name has not been widely used historically, making it a relatively unique choice. T

Cultural significance

Samuella has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in USA-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a feminine form of samuel, meaning 'god has heard'.

Peak popularity

Reached #2819 in 1930 — currently #10179 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Samuella?

Samuella works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Samuella Grace

How popular is Samuella right now?

Rising fast — up 7158 spots — currently #10179 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1930–2023#10179 · Top 7.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10179	10	▲ up 7158 · +100% births
2022	#17337	5	▼ down 6330 · -44% births
2021	#11007	9	▲ up 2463 · +50% births
2020	#13470	6	▼ down 2532 · -33% births
2015	#10938	9	▲ up 4167 · +50% births
2010	#15105	6	▼ down 9656
1955	#5449	6	▼ down 472
1950	#4977	6	▼ down 2158 · -45% births
1930	#2819	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Samuella

Best Year1930Rank #2819

Peak Count11

Average Rank#10142

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1930 - 20239 years

The story of Samuella

Samuella entered American naming records in 1916 and has been in use for over 108 years. With 226 total births recorded, Samuella remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2819 in 1930, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10179 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Samuella in 1930:

Mary Betty Dorothy Helen Margaret

Samuella by decade

Samuella peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	19
1920s	15
1930s	36
1940s	25
1950s	29
1960s	5
2000s	17
2010s ★	74
2020s	6

💎Samuella has only 226 total recorded births since 1916 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Samuella?

Common

SamSamieSamyElla

What names sound and feel like Samuella?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Samuella also consider these

American · To bring or

English · feminine form of

Common questions about the name Samuella

What does the name Samuella mean?

Samuella means "a feminine form of Samuel, meaning 'God has heard'" — a name rooted in USA tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Samuella?

Samuella is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Samuella have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Samuella?

Samuella originates from USA tradition. USA names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Samuella?

Samuella is a three-syllable name pronounced S AE1 M Y UW0 L L AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Samuella?

Samuella pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar USA heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.