Protector of Mankind
Pronunciation: SAM-an-thuh
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Samantha is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Protector of Mankind". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: SAM-an-thuh. Lucky number: 13. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.
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Σαμανθή
θηλυκό όνομα με σημασία ακρόαση ή ακοή
Pronunciation
English Pronunciation
SAM-an-thuh
IPA
/səˈmænθə/
Origin
Root Origin
Biblical
Language Usage
Religion
Lucky Details
Lucky Number
13
Lucky Day
Friday
Lucky Colors
Lucky Stone
Ruby
Life Path Number
3
Personality
Spiritual
Cultural Context
Historical Usage
Samantha was a legendary princess and the possible founder of the city of Smyrna in Ionia, now Turkey. She is said to have been the daughter of a local king and was known for her beauty and wisdom. Her name is believed to mean 'tamed power' in Greek.
5th Century BC
Samantha, or Santa Maria Samaritana, was the patron saint of the town of Samaritanos, Sardinia, Italy. The town's name is derived from hers, as it was believed that she had healed a Samaritan leper in the area. She is venerated in the Catholic Church as a virgin and healer.
14th Century AD
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Samantha
a feminine name meaning listener or one who hears
סמנתה
שם נשי עם משמעות שמיעה או האזנה לאלוהים
Σαμανθή
θηλυκό όνομα με σημασία ακρόαση ή ακοή
Samantha
feminine name with meaning of listening or hearing
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