Is Samantha an 18th Century Name?

Question

I'm writing a period piece (during the revolutionary war) and the main character's name is Samantha, but I'm not exactly sure that's an 18th century name, and I can't find any reliable sources or sites with Colonial names other than Elizabeth, or Mary or something. So, if u know if this is or isn't an 18th century name PLEASE let me know!!! And if it's not please leave suggestions for a replacement name. Thanks a million!

Answer 1

It sounds like an early 19th century name.

Answer 2

Of course, any name you want.

Answer 3

The Name Origin and Meaning of Samantha

Gender: Female

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: The Hebrew name Samantha means - told by God; listener.

Other forms of the Hebrew name Samantha -

Samanatha, Samanfa, Samanta, Samatha, Sammantha.

Answer 4

SAMANTHA  

Gender: Feminine

Usage: English

Pronounced: sə-MAN-thə   [key]



Perhaps intended to be a feminine form of SAMUEL, using the popular name suffix antha. It originated in America in the 18th century but was fairly uncommon until 1964, when it was popularized by the main character on the television show 'Bewitched'

Answer 5

The name Samantha originated in America in the 18th century.

Answer 6

Try Susannah

Iknow it's18th century because I have ancestorsfrom then named Susannah