Masculine dossier · first seen 2002
Samwise
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
2021
Peak births
22
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Samwise
How many people are named Samwise?
An estimated 196 living Americans are named Samwise.
How rare is Samwise?
Samwise is very rare among babies today, with 20 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 9.1% from its 2021 peak.
How old is the typical Samwise?
The median age of a living American named Samwise is approximately 6 years, with most bearers falling between 3 and 10 years old.
Is Samwise still popular?
Yes — Samwise is currently rising in popularity, with 20 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 4.7× higher than the previous decade.
2002Peak 20212025
Peak year
2021
Decline from peak
9.1%
2025
20
All-time
198