Sammy
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Sammy is a boy name of English origin meaning "Listener, heard by God".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
English
Religion
Christian, Jewish
Popularity
9 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Listener, heard by God
Etymology
Pet form of Samuel, from Hebrew Shmuel: shma (listen) + El (God).
Famous People Named Sammy
- Sammy Davis Jr. — American entertainer (1925–1990)
- Sammy Lee — English association football player
- Sammy McIlroy — Northern Irish association football manager and former player
- Sammy Baugh — American football player, coach (1914-2008)
Frequently Asked Questions About Sammy
What does the name Sammy mean?
Sammy means "Listener, heard by God", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Sammy?
Sammy originates from English, commonly used in Europe, North America.
Is Sammy a boy or girl name?
Sammy is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Sammy associated with?
Sammy is associated with Christian, Jewish.
Are there famous people named Sammy?
Yes — notable people named Sammy include Sammy Davis Jr. (American entertainer, 1925–1990), Sammy Lee (English association football player), Sammy McIlroy (Northern Irish association football manager and former player) and Sammy Baugh (American football player, 1914-2008).
Last updated: June 2026