Sal
boy name#6446 in 2025Sal entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #701 in 1958, ranks #6446 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1909–2025
#6446
rank today
#701
peak (1958)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1083 |
| 1910s | #1505 |
| 1920s | #1445 |
| 1930s | #1058 |
| 1940s | #917 |
| 1950s | #1185 |
| 1960s | #884 |
| 1970s | #1761 |
| 1980s | #2616 |
| 1990s | #3467 |
| 2000s | #7069 |
| 2010s | #9504 |
| 2020s | #7106 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sal has been most popular in CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 2,300 people named Sal are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sal alive today was born around 1958, making them about 67 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sal in 2025?
- Sal ranks #6446 among US boy names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sal most popular?
- Sal peaked in 1958, reaching #701 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sal with classmates?
- Sal will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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