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Samuli is a masculine first name that is considered a Finnish form of Samuel. Samuel has its roots in Ancient Hebrew, specifically in the term Shemuel.
What does the name Samuli mean?
Samuli refers to a masculine first name that is regarded as a Finnish variant of Samuel. Samuel itself is derived from the Hebrew Shemuel or śəmūʾēl (שְׁמוּאֵל). The translation of the name into German varies depending on interpretation and means among other things 'asked of God', 'God has heard', or 'his name is God'. The roots of the name lie in the Ancient Hebrew language. Samuli is composed of various word components: sha'ál (שָׁאַל) meaning 'to ask, to request', shamá (שָׁמַע) meaning 'to hear, to listen', or shém (שֵׁם) meaning 'name, descendant', combined with the element 'êl (אֵל), which means 'God' or 'the Mighty'. Other variants include Schmuel, Shemuel, Shmuel, Samual, Samuil, Samuele, Samouel, Samueh, and Samu.
Where does the name Samuli come from?
The first name Samuli has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and is associated with meanings such as 'asked of God' or 'his name is God'.
How do you pronounce Samuli?
Samuli is pronounced as 'Sa-mu-li'.
When is the name day of Samuli?
Samuli is celebrated on August 20 and October 10.
Popularity
In Germany, Samuli is a rather rare first name. In 2012, it ranked 3,479th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2009 at 1,979th place. Between 2010 and 2024, the name was given about 20 times in Germany, placing it at 7,040th. In the last ten years, no child has received this name.
Famous people
- Henri Samuli Seppälä (bassist of the Finnish band Children Of Bodom)
- Samuli Aro (Finnish motorcycle racer)
- Samuli Edelmann (actor from Finland)
- Samuli Kaivonurmi (Finnish footballer)
- Samuli Kankaanperä (ice hockey player from Finland)
- Samuli Kivimaki (Luxembourgish ice hockey player)
- Samuli Laiho (Finnish guitarist)
- Samuli Mansikka (Finnish mountaineer)
- Samuli Mikkonen (jazz musician from Finland)
- Samuli Paulaharju (writer from Finland)
- Samuli Peltonen (musician from Finland)
- Samuli Ponsimaa (American musician)
- Samuli Suhonen (Finnish ice hockey player)
- Samuli Vauramo (actor from America)
Frequently asked questions about the name Samuli
What is the origin of the name Samuli?
Samuli has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and is a Finnish variant of the name Samuel.
What does the name Samuli mean?
The meaning of Samuli is often translated as 'asked of God' or 'his name is God'.
How popular is the name Samuli?
Samuli is common in Finland and enjoys a certain popularity there, especially in recent years.