Indian name meaning
Samuel
♂ BoySa·muel · 2 syllables
Heard by God
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Most used by
- Christian families
- Commonly used in
- Christian families across India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Grounded, disciplined and dependable — turns steady effort into solid results.
The letters of Samuel add up to 22, which reduces to 4.
About the name Samuel
Samuel is a boy's name of Hebrew origin, most commonly given in Christian families and popular in Christian families across India. It carries the meaning “Heard by God.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Samuel has the name number 4, “The Builder.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Samuel mean?
Samuel means “Heard by God.” It is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Is Samuel a boy or a girl name?
Samuel is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Samuel?
Samuel is of Hebrew origin and is most commonly used in Christian families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Samuel?
In the Chaldean system, Samuel has the name number 4, “The Builder.”
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