Samanta

Samanta is a feminine name representing a variation of Samantha, which originated as a feminine form of Samuel, meaning 'God has heard' in Hebrew. This spelling, without the 'h,' is particularly popular in Latin American countries, Italy, and parts of Eastern Europe. While the standard Samantha spelling rose to prominence in the English-speaking world during the 1960s-1980s, the Samanta variant maintains steady usage in various international communities. The name carries connotations of strength and femininity simultaneously. With its melodic quality and international appeal, Samanta represents a slightly more exotic alternative to the traditional spelling while maintaining the same friendly, approachable character.

Pronounced suh-MAN-tuh.

As of October 2026, Samanta ranked #5876 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1921 in 2000.