God has heard
A medieval variant of the Hebrew name Samuel. It combines the traditional meaning of 'asked of God' or 'God has heard' with a distinct English surname-style suffix. While historically rare, it gained modern recognition through literary fantasy.
Less common today
Samwell isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,188 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Loyal member of the Night's Watch and scholar · A Song of Ice and Fire / Game of Thrones
American singer and internet personality known for 'What What (In the Butt)'
