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שְׁמוּאֵל (Shmu'el) is the Hebrew root of Samuell. It means "God has heard" or "His name is God." The name traveled into Greek as Σαμουήλ (Samouel), then into Latin as Samuel. The double "l" in Samuell is a spelling variation, not a separate etymological development. It likely arose from scribal habits or regional pronunciation differences as the name spread across Europe. Samuel, and its variant Samuell, entered German-speaking lands through the Bible. Samuel was a significant prophet in the Old Testament. The name's use in Germany increased during the Protestant Reformation. Biblical names became more popular. Samuel is the more common German spelling. Samuell is a rarer variant. Diminutives like Sam or Sami exist. The name's popularity has fluctuated over time, experiencing resurgences in different eras.