Samvel

Hebrew

"told by God"

Samvel Origin and Meaning

The name Samvel is a boy's name of Russian origin.

Samvel is a masculine name of Armenian origin, derived from the Hebrew name Samuel, meaning "heard by God" or "name of God." In Armenian culture, Samvel has been widely used for centuries and remains a popular choice that honors cultural heritage. The name carries strong biblical connections through its relation to Samuel, an important prophet in the Old Testament. Samvel has a dignified quality with its distinctive sound that sets it apart from the more commonly used Samuel in Western countries. While primarily used within Armenian communities worldwide, it occasionally appears in other Eastern European and Middle Eastern cultures. The name projects strength and wisdom while maintaining a melodic quality in pronunciation.

Famous People Named Samvel

• Samvel Yervinyan Armenian violinist and composer
• Samvel Babayan Armenian,born military commander and politician in the Nagorno,Karabakh Republic
• Samvel Vladimirovich Gasparov Russian film director and writer
• Samvel Melkonyan Armenian footballer