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Samantha
suh-MAN-thuh
Samantha (name) means a feminine given name, possibly a blend of Samuel and Anthea, meaning "listener" or "told by God.". Example: “Samantha started a new job downtown.”
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A feminine given name, possibly a blend of Samuel and Anthea, meaning "listener" or "told by God."
"Samantha started a new job downtown."
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Etymology
It was recorded in the 17th century in England. Most probably a feminine form of Samuel, possibly influenced by Anthea. Other suggestions include Aramaic ܫܡܥܢܬܐ (šemʿanta, “listener”, noun), from ܫܡܥ. In India, Samantha can be interpreted as a variant spelling of Samanta, from Sanskrit समन्त (samanta, “universal, adjacent”).
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What does “Samantha” mean?
The word “Samantha” means a feminine given name, possibly a blend of Samuel and Anthea, meaning "listener" or "told by God.".
How do you pronounce “Samantha”?
“Samantha” is pronounced suh-MAN-thuh (/səˈmænθə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Samantha” in a sentence?
Here is “Samantha” used in a sentence: “Samantha started a new job downtown.”
What part of speech is “Samantha”?
“Samantha” is a name.
Is “Samantha” a common word?
“Samantha” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Is "Samantha" related to the name "Samuel"?
Yes, "Samantha" is believed to derive in part from "Samuel," combined with elements of the name Anthea. This origin gives "Samantha" its feminine form while echoing the meaning associated with Samuel.
Does "Samantha" have any common short forms?
Yes, "Samantha" is commonly shortened to nicknames such as "Sam" or "Sammy" in everyday use, even though the full name carries its own distinct meaning of "listener" or "told by God."
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