Samuel Seiler

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Samuel Seiler — God has heard
459K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Samuel Seiler 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 Seiler: Alexander Seiler I (1819–1891), Swiss Hotel Pioneer Bernhard Seiler (1930–2025), Swiss agronomist and politician Cole Seiler (born 1994), American former soccer player Hanspeter Seiler (born 1933), Swiss former politician Hermann Seiler (1876–1961), Swiss Hotel Pioneer & Politician Jack Seiler (born 1963), American politician and Mayor of Fort Lauderdale, Florida Jacques Seiler (1928–2004), French actor Jordan Seiler, American public space artist Kerim Seiler (born 1974), Swiss artist and architect Les Seiler (born 1941), American politician from Nebraska Lewis Seiler (1890–1964), American fil. 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: Seiler

French

Alexander Seiler I (1819–1891), Swiss Hotel Pioneer Bernhard Seiler (1930–2025), Swiss agronomist and politician Cole Seiler (born 1994), American former soccer player Hanspeter Seiler (born 1933), Swiss former politician Hermann Seiler (1876–1961), Swiss Hotel Pioneer & Politician Jack Seiler (born 1963), American politician and Mayor of Fort Lauderdale, Florida Jacques Seiler (1928–2004), French actor Jordan Seiler, American public space artist Kerim Seiler (born 1974), Swiss artist and architect Les Seiler (born 1941), American politician from Nebraska Lewis Seiler (1890–1964), American fil.

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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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Numerology

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

4
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Seiler?
The surname Seiler originates from French. Alexander Seiler I (1819–1891), Swiss Hotel Pioneer Bernhard Seiler (1930–2025), Swiss agronomist and politician Cole Seiler (born 1994), American former soccer player Hanspeter Seiler (born 1933), Swiss former politician Hermann Seiler (1876–1961), Swiss Hotel Pioneer & Politician Jack Seiler (born 1963), American politician and Mayor of Fort Lauderdale, Florida Jacques Seiler (1928–2004), French actor Jordan Seiler, American public space artist Kerim Seiler (born 1974), Swiss artist and architect Les Seiler (born 1941), American politician from Nebraska Lewis Seiler (1890–1964), American fil.
What are the origins of the name Samuel Seiler?
The name Samuel Seiler combines two different traditions: the first name Samuel has Hebrew roots, while the surname Seiler originates from French.
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