What is the meaning of the name Samantha?

The name Samantha is primarily a female name of American origin that has an unknown or unconfirmed meaning.

There is a misconception that the name Samantha is an old English or Hebrew name. In reality, the name Samantha was first recorded in the Southern U.S. just after 1800. The name is most likely a combination of the names Samuel (Sam) and Anthea or Amarantha.

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Celebrity Babies with this Name:

Eloise Samantha Grainge - daughter of Sofia Richie and Elliot Grainge , born 2024

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