Samson
sun / like the sun (Hebrew)
Samson is a biblical / english boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 440, with 15,292 records. It has 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
sun / like the sun (Hebrew)
Samson is a prominent Old Testament figure known for his extraordinary physical strength. In the Philippines, it is used both as a given name and as an established surname, popularized through Catholic biblical familiarity and American English influence.
Derived from the Hebrew name Shimshon, which likely relates to 'shemesh' meaning 'sun'. It entered Philippine naming traditions primarily through Christian biblical history and later via American English usage.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly shortened to 'Sam' or 'Sammy'. Because Samson also exists as a prominent family name in the Philippines, it is easily recognized across diverse regions.
Related forms
- Sansón Spanish
- Shimshon Hebrew
- Samson French
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Samson with common surname pairs
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How do I use Samson with two Filipino surnames?
Samson is the given name. The full name is Samson + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Samson a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Samson is number 440, with 15,292 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.