Salam
boy nameSalam entered the US charts in 1985, peaked at #6523 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1985–2025
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rank today
#6523
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6523 |
| 1990s | #8370 |
| 2000s | #9696 |
| 2010s | #10794 |
| 2020s | #9886 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Salam are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Salam alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Salam in 2025?
- Salam is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Salam most popular?
- Salam peaked in 1985, reaching #6523 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Salam with classmates?
- Salam will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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