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Shmuel Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Shmuel

"A male given name from Hebrew, variant of Samuel."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2022 👥 5,709 in US
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Meaning
A male given name from Hebrew, variant of Samuel.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
5,709
Life Path
Number 6

📖 What Does Shmuel Mean?

Shmuel or Schmuel/ Shmeil is an Ashkenazi Jewish variant of the name Samuel. It comes from שמואל in Hebrew, and is popular also in Polish Yiddish versions of the name: Szmul or Szmuel and Szmulik or Szmulek. Shmuel and variations may refer to:Samuel (Bible), the Hebrew Bible prophet Books of Samuel, the book of the Tanach Shmuel Hakatan, the Tanna Samuel of Nehardea, the Amora

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Shmuel or Schmuel/ Shmeil is an Ashkenazi Jewish variant of the name Samuel. It comes from שמואל in Hebrew, and is popular also in Polish Yiddish versions of the name: Szmul or Szmuel and Szmulik or Szmulek. Shmuel and variations may refer to:Samuel (Bible), the Hebrew Bible prophet Books of Samuel, the book of the Tanach Shmuel Hakatan, the Tanna Samuel of Nehardea, the Amora …

Root Element
Shmuel
Core Meaning
"A male given name from Hebrew, variant of Samuel."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Shmuel

S 1
H 8
M 4
U 3
E 5
L 3
SUM 6
6
Life Path
Nurturing & Responsibility
8
Soul Urge
Power & Ambition
7
Personality
Wisdom & Introspection

Life Path 6 — Nurturing & Responsibility: Compassionate, family-oriented, and generous.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male100%
♀ Female0%

Based on 5,709 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 5,709
Peak year 2022 (253)
First recorded 1953
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Shmuel" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A male given name from Hebrew, variant of Samuel.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~5,709 people named Shmuel in the US. Peaked in 2022 with 253 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Shmuel?

The Life Path number for Shmuel is 6, associated with Nurturing & Responsibility. Soul Urge: 8. Personality: 7.

Is Shmuel a boy or girl name?

Shmuel is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Shmuel in the US?

Approximately 5,709 people in the United States are named Shmuel. The name peaked in 2022 with 253 recorded uses.

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