Absolutely love [name_m]Samuel[/name_m] (and Samson) gorgeous name really handsome, soft and peaceful. [name_f]Truly[/name_f] gorgeous name.
[name_f][/name_f]From your options I love [name_m]Samuel[/name_m] [name_m]Johannes[/name_m] a very handsome name that feels unexpected, warm and I love the nickname potential of SJ.
[name_f][/name_f]Regarding [name_m]Samuel[/name_m] popularity I think the name is an enduring classic that will always have an element of popularity but I feel that’s just because he’s a classic like [name_m]William[/name_m] or [name_m]George[/name_m]. Personally I know one young [name_m]Samuel[/name_m] and I think the name is fab.