Name comparison
Samuel vs Steven
Steven is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.7x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Samuel | Steven |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 615,694 | 1,035,603 |
| Global rank | #54 | #22 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 12,993 | 1 in 7,725 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 615,694 | 1,035,603 |
How they differ
Steven has approximately 1.0M living bearers compared to 616k for Samuel - a ratio of about 1.7x.
Samuel originates from unknown origins. Steven originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Samuel or Steven more popular?
Steven is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,035,603 estimated living bearers compared to 615,694 for Samuel. That is roughly 1.7x more bearers of Steven.
What is the difference in origin between Samuel and Steven?
Samuel originates from unknown sources. Steven originates from unknown sources.
Are Samuel and Steven used for the same gender?
Both Samuel and Steven are predominantly used as male names.
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