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Sampson

Sampson ranks #348 out of 6,032 boy dog names in our data (the #1 boy dog name is Charlie). Across all 12 places, 118 dogs carry the name. It's also a cat name: #165 among boy cat names.
Sampson's popularity trend

Sampson's share of dogs, year by year — or toggle to its yearly rank. Peak year by share: 2008.

0.05%0.1%0.15%200720112015201920232025
Dogs in our data
118
across 12 places
Popularity rank
#348
of 6,032 boy dog names
5-year rank move
−73
2020 → 2025
Gender split
100% boys
0% girls100% boys
What does Sampson mean?
/ˈsæmp.sən/2 syllablesOrigin: Hebrew

Sampson is a variant spelling of Samson, a Hebrew name traditionally traced to shemesh, the Hebrew word for 'sun,' giving it the sense of 'sun child' or 'like the sun.' In the Bible, Samson is the judge famed for extraordinary strength, a reputation the name still carries.

Sampson has a big, sturdy sound that fits a powerfully built companion — one whose strength is part of their charm, whether that's a solid dog or a cat who takes up more than their share of the couch.

Etymology & pronunciation from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0).

Where Sampson shows up

Sampson's share of each place's counted dogs. Places count differently — hover a Share figure for the basis. Click a heading to sort.

Port Adelaide EnfieldAustralia0.1%
WorcesterUnited States of America0.1%
Allegheny CountyUnited States of America0.0%
PlayfordAustralia0.0%
BurnsideAustralia0.0%
Noosa ShireAustralia0.0%
Surf Coast ShireAustralia0.0%
SeattleUnited States of America0.0%
New York CityUnited States of America0.0%
CambridgeUnited States of America0.0%

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