Samuel Thorson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Samuel Thorson — God has heard
459K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Samuel Thorson 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 Thorson: Brett Thorson (born 2000), Australian player of American football Charles Thorson (1890–1966), Canadian political cartoonist, character designer Celeste Thorson (born 1984), American actress, model writer, and activist. Clayton Thorson (born 1995), American football player Eric Thorson, American Inspector General for the United States Treasury Department. Gunnar Thorson (1906–1971), Danish marine zoologist and ecologist. Herman Thorson (1880–1960) American politician with the North Dakota Republican Party John F. 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: Thorson

English

Brett Thorson (born 2000), Australian player of American football Charles Thorson (1890–1966), Canadian political cartoonist, character designer Celeste Thorson (born 1984), American actress, model writer, and activist. Clayton Thorson (born 1995), American football player Eric Thorson, American Inspector General for the United States Treasury Department. Gunnar Thorson (1906–1971), Danish marine zoologist and ecologist. Herman Thorson (1880–1960) American politician with the North Dakota Republican Party John F.

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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 Thorson

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 Thorson:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

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

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 Thorson?
The surname Thorson originates from English. Brett Thorson (born 2000), Australian player of American football Charles Thorson (1890–1966), Canadian political cartoonist, character designer Celeste Thorson (born 1984), American actress, model writer, and activist. Clayton Thorson (born 1995), American football player Eric Thorson, American Inspector General for the United States Treasury Department. Gunnar Thorson (1906–1971), Danish marine zoologist and ecologist. Herman Thorson (1880–1960) American politician with the North Dakota Republican Party John F.
What are the origins of the name Samuel Thorson?
The name Samuel Thorson combines two different traditions: the first name Samuel has Hebrew roots, while the surname Thorson originates from English.
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