Samuel Gurley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Samuel Gurley — God has heard
459K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Samuel Gurley 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 Gurley: Akai Gurley (c. 1986–2014), African American shot and killed by mistake by a New York City policeman Bill Gurley (born 1966), American venture capitalist Buck Gurley (born 1978), former American college and professional football player Fred Gurley (1889–1976), president and executive committee chairman of Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Henry Hosford Gurley (1788–1833), member of U.S. House of Representatives for Louisiana James Gurley (1939–2009), American musician John A. Gurley (1813–1863), Civil War–era Ohio congressman Michael Gurley, American musician O.W. 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: Gurley

English

Akai Gurley (c. 1986–2014), African American shot and killed by mistake by a New York City policeman Bill Gurley (born 1966), American venture capitalist Buck Gurley (born 1978), former American college and professional football player Fred Gurley (1889–1976), president and executive committee chairman of Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Henry Hosford Gurley (1788–1833), member of U.S. House of Representatives for Louisiana James Gurley (1939–2009), American musician John A. Gurley (1813–1863), Civil War–era Ohio congressman Michael Gurley, American musician O.W.

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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 Gurley

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 Gurley:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

8
Soul Urge Number

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

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Gurley?
The surname Gurley originates from English. Akai Gurley (c. 1986–2014), African American shot and killed by mistake by a New York City policeman Bill Gurley (born 1966), American venture capitalist Buck Gurley (born 1978), former American college and professional football player Fred Gurley (1889–1976), president and executive committee chairman of Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Henry Hosford Gurley (1788–1833), member of U.S. House of Representatives for Louisiana James Gurley (1939–2009), American musician John A. Gurley (1813–1863), Civil War–era Ohio congressman Michael Gurley, American musician O.W.
What are the origins of the name Samuel Gurley?
The name Samuel Gurley combines two different traditions: the first name Samuel has Hebrew roots, while the surname Gurley originates from English.
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