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Samuel

SAM-yoo-uhl

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Samuel (name) means a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God has heard," known from the biblical prophet. Example: “Samuel was named after his grandfather.”

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A masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God has heard," known from the biblical prophet.

"Samuel was named after his grandfather."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Came into English via Latin Samuēl, from Ancient Greek Σαμουήλ (Samouḗl), from Biblical Hebrew שְׁמוּאֵל (šəmûʾēl, literally "'God has set' or 'God has placed'"). This has been taken as a contraction, by popular folk etymology, of שְׁאִלְתִּיו מֵאֵל ("I have asked/borrowed him from God") (Modern: Šəʾīltīv mēʾĒl, Tiberian: Šĭʾīltīw mēʾĒl), by way of שָׁאוּל מֵאֵל ("asked/borrowed from God") from 1 Samuel 1:20.

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Samuel” mean?

The word “Samuel” means a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God has heard," known from the biblical prophet.

How do you pronounce “Samuel”?

“Samuel” is pronounced SAM-yoo-uhl (/ˈsæmjuːəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “Samuel” in a sentence?

Here is “Samuel” used in a sentence: “Samuel was named after his grandfather.”

What part of speech is “Samuel”?

“Samuel” is a name.

Is “Samuel” a common word?

“Samuel” is a fairly common word in modern English.

What is the difference between the names "Samuel" and "Samson"?

Samuel is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin meaning "God has heard," associated with the biblical prophet. Samson is a separate Hebrew name linked to a different biblical figure known for great strength, so the two are distinct despite both being of Hebrew origin.

What are common short forms of the name "Samuel"?

"Samuel" is frequently shortened to Sam or Sammy in everyday use. The full form Samuel is generally kept for formal contexts such as official documents.

Is "Samuel" used as a surname as well as a first name?

Samuel is primarily a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, but it also appears as a family name in some cultures. As a first name it remains its most familiar use.

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