Salmon
boy nameSalmon entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #4168 in 1919, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#4168
peak (1919)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4174 |
| 1920s | #4307 |
Living bearers
The typical Salmon alive today was born around 1919, making them about 106 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Salmon in 2025?
- Salmon is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Salmon most popular?
- Salmon peaked in 1919, reaching #4168 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Salmon with classmates?
- Salmon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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