Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Samuel
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
#18 boys’ name in 2025
Peak era
2001
Peak births
14,813
Current vitality
Strong
Peak generation
Gen Z
1880Peak 20012025
Quick answers about Samuel
How many people are named Samuel?
An estimated 634,358 living Americans are named Samuel.
How rare is Samuel?
Samuel is still widely used among babies today, with 8,334 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 43.7% from its 2001 peak. It was the #18 boys’ name in 2025.
How old is the typical Samuel?
The median age of a living American named Samuel is approximately 28 years, with most bearers falling between 17 and 44 years old.
Is Samuel still popular?
Yes. Samuel is holding steady, with 8,334 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
2001
Decline from peak
43.7%
2025
8,334
All-time
820,196