Samuel Herold

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Samuel Herold — God has heard
459K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Samuel Herold 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 Herold: August Herold (1902–1973), German grape breeder Carl Herold (1848–1931), German politician Charles Hérold Jr. (born 1990), Haitian footballer Constantin Herold (1912–1984), Romanian multi-sport athlete David Herold (1842–1865), American conspirator in the Lincoln assassination Deborah Herold (born 1995), Indian cyclist Diana Herold (born 1974), German photomodel Don Herold (1889–1966), American humorist Else Herold (1906–1999), German pianist Felicia Herold (1915–2003), English actress Ferdinand Hérold (1791–1833), French composer Georg Herold (born 1947), German artist Gérard Hérold (1939–199. 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: Herold

French

August Herold (1902–1973), German grape breeder Carl Herold (1848–1931), German politician Charles Hérold Jr. (born 1990), Haitian footballer Constantin Herold (1912–1984), Romanian multi-sport athlete David Herold (1842–1865), American conspirator in the Lincoln assassination Deborah Herold (born 1995), Indian cyclist Diana Herold (born 1974), German photomodel Don Herold (1889–1966), American humorist Else Herold (1906–1999), German pianist Felicia Herold (1915–2003), English actress Ferdinand Hérold (1791–1833), French composer Georg Herold (born 1947), German artist Gérard Hérold (1939–199.

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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 Herold

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 Herold:

7
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

5
Personality Number

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

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 Herold?
The surname Herold originates from French. August Herold (1902–1973), German grape breeder Carl Herold (1848–1931), German politician Charles Hérold Jr. (born 1990), Haitian footballer Constantin Herold (1912–1984), Romanian multi-sport athlete David Herold (1842–1865), American conspirator in the Lincoln assassination Deborah Herold (born 1995), Indian cyclist Diana Herold (born 1974), German photomodel Don Herold (1889–1966), American humorist Else Herold (1906–1999), German pianist Felicia Herold (1915–2003), English actress Ferdinand Hérold (1791–1833), French composer Georg Herold (born 1947), German artist Gérard Hérold (1939–199.
What are the origins of the name Samuel Herold?
The name Samuel Herold combines two different traditions: the first name Samuel has Hebrew roots, while the surname Herold originates from French.
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