Samuel Gillen

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Samuel Gillen — God has heard
459K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Samuel Gillen is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Samuel is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. From the Hebrew Shemu'el (שְׁמוּאֵל), possibly meaning "name of God" or "God has heard." Last judge and first king-maker of Israel. The surname Gillen: Aidan Gillen (born 1968), actor Brian Gillen (born 1970), member of the Irish Republican Army Charles P. Gillen (1876–1956), mayor of Newark, New Jersey, US Dolores Gillen (1914/1915–1947), American actress Francis James Gillen (1855–1912), Australian anthropologist and ethnologist Gerard Gillen, professor of music Gwen Gillen (1941–2017), American artist Kieron Gillen (born 1975), journalist and comic book writer Laura Gillen (born 1969), New York politician Mary A. Gillen (1894–1963), New York politician Michael J. Samuel is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 459K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Samuel reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Samuel

Meaning: God has heard

Hebrew

From the Hebrew Shemu'el (שְׁמוּאֵל), possibly meaning "name of God" or "God has heard." Last judge and first king-maker of Israel.

Surname: Gillen

Irish

Aidan Gillen (born 1968), actor Brian Gillen (born 1970), member of the Irish Republican Army Charles P. Gillen (1876–1956), mayor of Newark, New Jersey, US Dolores Gillen (1914/1915–1947), American actress Francis James Gillen (1855–1912), Australian anthropologist and ethnologist Gerard Gillen, professor of music Gwen Gillen (1941–2017), American artist Kieron Gillen (born 1975), journalist and comic book writer Laura Gillen (born 1969), New York politician Mary A. Gillen (1894–1963), New York politician Michael J.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Samuel is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Samuel by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Samuel Gillen

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Samuel Gillen:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Samuel?
The first name Samuel originates from Hebrew. From the Hebrew Shemu'el (שְׁמוּאֵל), possibly meaning "name of God" or "God has heard." Last judge and first king-maker of Israel.
When was Samuel most popular?
The name Samuel reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Gillen?
The surname Gillen originates from Irish. Aidan Gillen (born 1968), actor Brian Gillen (born 1970), member of the Irish Republican Army Charles P. Gillen (1876–1956), mayor of Newark, New Jersey, US Dolores Gillen (1914/1915–1947), American actress Francis James Gillen (1855–1912), Australian anthropologist and ethnologist Gerard Gillen, professor of music Gwen Gillen (1941–2017), American artist Kieron Gillen (born 1975), journalist and comic book writer Laura Gillen (born 1969), New York politician Mary A. Gillen (1894–1963), New York politician Michael J.
What are the origins of the name Samuel Gillen?
The name Samuel Gillen combines two different traditions: the first name Samuel has Hebrew roots, while the surname Gillen originates from Irish.
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