Sampson
Hebrew
"sun"
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Updated Sat Mar 22 2025
Sampson Origin and Meaning
The name Sampson is a boy's name of Hebrew origin meaning "sun".
This name, once considered overly powerful due to the superhuman strength of the biblical figure, is now an option for parents in search of an unusual route to Sam. But you really don't need that p: Samson will do.
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Famous People Named Sampson
- Sampson GenusAmerican football player
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- Sampson Eardley1st Baron Eardley, English MP
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- Sampson Willis HarrisU.S. Congressman from Alabama