Combination of Samantha and Amanda
Samanda is a modern blended name likely created by combining the Hebrew-derived Samantha and the Latin-derived Amanda. It carries the dual connotations of 'listener' from Samantha and 'worthy of love' from Amanda. While rare, it follows the trend of portmanteau names popular in the late 20th century.
Less common today
Samanda isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,478 in 1994.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
