Salwa
girl name#4758 in 2025Salwa entered the US charts in 1961, peaked at #3739 in 2018, ranks #4758 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1961–2025
#4758
rank today
#3739
peak (2018)
28
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #5851 |
| 1970s | #7431 |
| 1980s | #8459 |
| 1990s | #7274 |
| 2000s | #6868 |
| 2010s | #5073 |
| 2020s | #4384 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Salwa has been most popular in TX, CA, MN.
Living bearers
About 900 people named Salwa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Salwa alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Salwa in 2025?
- Salwa ranks #4758 among US girl names in 2025, with 28 babies given the name.
- When was the name Salwa most popular?
- Salwa peaked in 2018, reaching #3739 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Salwa with classmates?
- Salwa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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