Venom of God or Severity of God
In Jewish lore and mysticism, Samael is a complex figure often depicted as an archangel with a dual nature, representing both severity and divine justice. While sometimes associated with darker roles in later traditions, the name etymologically combines the Hebrew words for 'poison' or 'left' with 'El' (God).
Less common today
Samael isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,320 in 2022.
A powerful fallen angel and recurring antagonist · Hellboy
A character based on the Talmudic figure · The Sandman
Spiritual teacher and author of Gnostic works
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
