Salaam
boy nameSalaam entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #5123 in 1977, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#5123
peak (1977)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5175 |
| 1980s | #5849 |
| 1990s | #7783 |
| 2000s | #9948 |
| 2020s | #12349 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Salaam are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Salaam alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Salaam in 2025?
- Salaam is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Salaam most popular?
- Salaam peaked in 1977, reaching #5123 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Salaam with classmates?
- Salaam will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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