Salem
boy name#679 in 2025Salem entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #630 in 2023, ranks #679 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1912–2025
#679
rank today
#630
peak (2023)
400
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3069 |
| 1920s | #3719 |
| 1930s | #2864 |
| 1940s | #2906 |
| 1950s | #3522 |
| 1960s | #3803 |
| 1970s | #3473 |
| 1980s | #3170 |
| 1990s | #2951 |
| 2000s | #2480 |
| 2010s | #1523 |
| 2020s | #690 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Salem has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 4,500 people named Salem are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Salem is a kid of about 6 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Salem in 2025?
- Salem ranks #679 among US boy names in 2025, with 400 babies given the name.
- When was the name Salem most popular?
- Salem peaked in 2023, reaching #630 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Salem with classmates?
- Salem will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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