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Samuel

In the Old Testament, the prophet and judge who anointed Saul and David as kings of Israel. Listed among the top 100 names for 125 years. Revolutionary leader Samuel Adams is a historical namesake. Novelist Samuel Clemens, who wrote under the pen name, Mark Twain, also comes to mind.

Popularity: Boys: Ranked #25 in 2012; See More Popularity Rankings

Origin: Hebrew

Gender: Male

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Famous Samuels: Samuel Goldwyn (movie mogul); Samuel L. Jackson (actor); Add a Famous Samuel

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