How Many People Are Named Shmuel?
Complete statistics for the name Shmuel: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Shmuel means 'hear' in Hebrew, reflecting its ancient roots. That's only 1 in 59,222 Americans who have this name, making it very rare indeed. The peak year was 2022, showing it's gaining popularity among younger folks.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 6 represents harmony and balance.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 20All 5,709 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2022Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Shmuel Through the Generations
Shmuel has seen a steady rise in popularity, especially among those born in 2022 when there were 253 births. With most people named Shmuel under 30, it's clear this is a name for the modern generation. As of now, there are 5,572 people named Shmuel living in the US, with a majority being under 30 years old.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Shmuel's Hebrew roots
📄 About the Name Shmuel
How Many People Have the Name Shmuel?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 5,572 people in the United States currently share the name Shmuel. That works out to roughly 1 in every 59,222 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Shmuel a Common or Rare Name?
Shmuel is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Shmuel Mean?
Shmuel means "hears" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Shmuel in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Shmuel Most Popular?
The name Shmuel reached peak popularity in 2022, with 253 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Shmuel?
Approximately 5,572 people named Shmuel live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 5,709. That works out to roughly 1 in 59,222 Americans.
Is Shmuel a rare name?
Shmuel is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 59,222 Americans has this name.
What does the name Shmuel mean?
Shmuel means "hears" and comes from Hebrew origins.
Is Shmuel more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Shmuel are male and 0% are female.
When was Shmuel most popular?
Shmuel peaked in 2022 with 253 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.