Selam
girl nameSelam entered the US charts in 1988, peaked at #8016 in 1998, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1988–2025
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rank today
#8016
peak (1998)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10386 |
| 1990s | #11386 |
| 2000s | #12924 |
| 2010s | #12826 |
| 2020s | #13297 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Selam are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Selam alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Selam in 2025?
- Selam is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Selam most popular?
- Selam peaked in 1998, reaching #8016 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Selam with classmates?
- Selam will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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