The nameSammy
Sammy is an English nickname for Samuel, given in France mostly around 1990.
- Boy's name
- Hebrew
Meaning
Like Samuel, it comes from the Hebrew Shemuel, often read as "his name is God".
Origin
Hebrew, through English.
History
Found since 1961, Sammy peaked in France around 1990. It is rare today.
Popularity of the name Sammy
Sammy in France
2225thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1990peak year (75 births)
1,485babies named Sammy in France since 1900
Sammy was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 490 births over the decade, 33% of all recorded babies named Sammy. Its rise began around 1964, and it peaked in 1990. Half of all babies named Sammy in France were born before 1992.
Variants and related names
Sammy in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sammy mean?
Like Samuel, it comes from the Hebrew Shemuel, often read as "his name is God".
What is the origin of the name Sammy?
Hebrew, through English.
Is Sammy a girl's or a boy's name?
Sammy is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Sammy?
Variants and related names of Sammy include Samuel.