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Samson

Name Origin

Samson is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. It means 'sun' or 'son of the sun'. In the Bible, Samson was a judge and prophet known for his superhuman strength, which came from his long hair.

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Samson

Biblical Judge

  • Known for his superhuman strength granted by God.
  • Defeated the Philistines in several battles.
  • Story featured in the Book of Judges in the Bible.

Samson Raphaelson (1897-1985)

Screenwriter

  • Wrote the screenplay for the classic film 'The Jazz Singer' (1927).
  • Contributed to other films like 'The Cat and the Canary' and 'The Love Parade'.

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Sibling Names

Delilah

Draws a direct parallel to Samson's biblical story, creating a thematic connection.

Caleb

Both names have strong biblical roots and share a sense of heroic strength.

Ruth

Similar in style and cadence to Samson, both names evoke a sense of timeless strength and loyalty.