Boys name · New York
Sam in New York
Sam was the 374th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 48 babies named Sam that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 10,809 babies Sam.
Popularity over time
Sam in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 66 | 61st |
| 1926 | 229 | 74th |
| 1943 | 56 | 178th |
| 1959 | 85 | 233rd |
| 1976 | 28 | 396th |
| 1992 | 64 | 293rd |
| 2009 | 80 | 243rd |
| 2025 | 48 | 374th |
Its rank among boys names in New York fell from 61st in 1910 to 374th in 2025.
The most babies named Sam in New York in a single year was 376, in 1915. Its best showing was 45th among boys names in 1911.
Across the country, Sam reached its best rank of 8th in Alaska (1928). See Sam in every state →
How popular is Sam in New York?
Sam was the 374th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 48 babies named Sam that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 10,809 babies Sam.
How many babies are named Sam in New York?
In 2025, 48 babies were named Sam in New York. The most babies named Sam in New York in a single year was 376, in 1915.
What is the rank of Sam in New York?
Sam ranked 374th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 45th among boys names in 1911.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.