Name Samantha

Samantha is a ♀ female name.

Origin of Samantha

Samantha is an English and American name and was first used in the 17th century. The origin of Samantha is uncertain. It presumably is a combination of the Hebrew name Samuel and the ancient Greek word “ánthos/ἄνθος” meaning “flower”. Besides, Samantha is of Aramaic origin.

Meaning of Samantha

Samantha means “name of God”, “God has heard” or “asked of God” (from Samuel) and “flower” (from ancient Greek “ánthos/ᾰ̓́νθος”). In Aramaic, Samantha means “listener” (from Syrian “šemʿanta”).

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