Boy nameCurrently #9,681 in the USSteady
Samba
//ˈsɑmbə//
2 syllablesPeak year: 20105 lettersStarts with S
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Samba's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Samba's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Samba |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2024 | 8 |
Samba through the decades
- Samba peaked in 2010, when 14 babies were named Samba in the US.
- The 2000s were Samba's strongest decade, averaging 9 births a year.
- Samba currently ranks #9,681 in the US and is holding steady.