US Popularity Rank: 284

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: God has heard; Flower

Samantha is a girl's name of Hebrew origin meaning "God has heard." Although its origins are uncertain, it is believed to be a female version of Samuel blended with the Greek anthos, meaning "flower." The name was first recorded in 17th century England, but it wasn't until the 1960s that it became popular in the United States due to the whimsical television series, Bewitched. Samantha offers a variety of sweet diminutives, including Sam, Sammie, and Sami, allowing you to shorten your little one's name.