NAME PROFILE
Sal
Sal is a name of Arabic, Italian, and Spanish origin, meaning 'peace' or 'savior.' It carries a sense of warmth and friendliness, often associated with individuals who are approachable and caring.
Key Stats
| Total births | 3,663 |
| Gender | Male (64% / 36%) |
| Peak year | 1958 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 2016 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 42%CA — 40%NJ — 15%TX — 2%CT — 1%
Notable People
Salma Hayek (Actress, *Frida*) · Salvador Dalí (Surrealist artist, *The Persistence of Memory*) · Salvador Allende (Chilean politician, former president) · Salvatore Ferragamo (Fashion designer, founder of the luxury brand) · Sal Khan (Educator, founder of Khan Academy)
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