Samuel

The Hebrew name Samuel is common in the 'Bible'. In the 'Bible', Samuel is also known as the Seer. Elkanah’s first wife, Hannah, suffered through years of childlessness. She prayed for a child, and if she ever conceived, she would dedicate him to the Lord’s service. Her prayers were answered and was blessed with a son who she called Samuel. Therefore, the meaning of Samuel translates to ‘the Lord Almighty has heard’. Samuel was one of the greatest leaders of Israel. He went on to appoint the first rulers of Israel, King Saul, followed by David. The original name of American writer Mark Twain is Samuel Clemens. The inventor of single-wire telegraphy and co-developer of the Morse Code was Samuel Finley Morse. A famous actor in Hollywood is Samuel L. Jackson.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

told by God

Origin

Hebrew

Numerology

S is for sincere, a model of truth.

A is for altruism, the unselfish you.

M is for musical, your hidden talent!

U is for understanding, you show for others.

E is for electric, a sparkling trait!

L is for laughter, you spread wherever you go.

Lucky

Samuel lucky number is 8.

8 is all about abundance. Within numerology, this number is linked to material wealth and financial success. Ambitious and goal-oriented, 8 can effortlessly assume leadership positions through its natural magnetism. 8 applies big-picture thinking to broaden its scope, racing up the top of any ladder to reach extraordinary heights.

Famous People Named Samuel

• (Alice) Suki Waterhouse English actress and model
• Suki Low (born Low Sook Yee) Malaysian pop singer ("One in a Million")
• Susannah Claire "Suki" Brownsdon English Olympic swimmer
• Suki Chui (Suk Man), Hong Kong actress
• Suki Kim Korean,American novelist

Samuel in Pop Culture

• Samuel "Sam" Whiskey main character in the Transformers franchise