Sampson Name Meaning

The name Sampson is of Hebrew origin and it means "sun child" or "bright sun". It is derived from the Hebrew name Shimshon, which is derived from the word "shemesh" meaning "sun".

In biblical history, Sampson was a judge and legendary figure from the Old Testament. He possessed great strength, which was attributed to his miraculous birth. Sampson is best known for his conflict with the Philistines and his eventual downfall due to the betrayal of his lover, Delilah.