Samson

In English

Origin: Hebrew שִׁמְשׁוֹן "of the sun". Small Sun or from Shemesh-On literally, Force of the Sun. Akin to Nachshon Nachash = Snake or made of copper (Nechoshet) (is this where "copper head" comes from?) the addition of on may be a diminutive form. On (force or fortitude) may be an empowering addition.

Meaning(s):

-An English last name that comes from the first name.

-An Israelite judge in the Old Testament who performed feats of strength against the Philistines but was betrayed by Delilah his mistress. (biblical character) Category:en:Biblical characters

-(by extension) Any very strong man.

-( male name -comes from the Hebrew language-).