Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Samwell

      Origin

      American

      Meaning

      Unknown

      Variations

      Samella, Ambella, Kamella
      The name Samwell, a popular first name of American origin, has an elusive etymology, with its exact meaning veiled in uncertainty. Historical records fail to provide a clear origin or profound significance of the name. Despite this lack of concrete information, it remains widely used across various cultures and generations.

      The name Samwell dates back to early American history, though its precise origins remain shrouded in ambiguity. It has appeared in various regions and ethnicities without a distinct etymological trace. The name has maintained its relevance and popularity throughout the years, finding favor in both historical documents and present-day usage. Though the meaning of Samwell is unknown, it has withstood the test of time, commonly found among individuals of different backgrounds and social strata.

      In conclusion, the name Samwell originated in America, and its meaning remains uncertain. While its exact historical roots are obscure, Samwell has persisted as a popular name in diverse cultures and continues to be utilized in contemporary society. Though its origin may lack a definitive explanation, the endurance of the name Samwell adds to its mystique and showcases its continued relevance in our ever-evolving world.

      Based on our records...

      Barton

      Barton

      This is the most common surname associated with Samwell.
      Margaret

      Margaret

      This is the most common name of those married to a Samwell.
      Elizabeth

      Elizabeth

      This is the most common name for a child of a Samwell.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1640 is when there were the most people born with the first name Samwell.

      Explore the origins of another name.