Salman

Salman: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Salman

  • A male given name from Arabic.

Etymology

Borrowed from Arabic سَلْمَان (salmān).

How popular is Salman?

54U.S. babies in 2025
#1264peak rank (2015)
2,583babies since 1880

Since 1880, 2,583 boys in the U.S. have been named Salman. Its highest rank for boys was #1264 in 2015. In 2025, 54 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Salman FAQ

What does the name Salman mean?

A male given name from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic سَلْمَان (salmān).

What is the origin of the name Salman?

Salman is listed as a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Salman?

Since 1880, 2,583 boys in the U.S. have been named Salman. Its highest rank for boys was #1264 in 2015. In 2025, 54 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Salman a boy or girl name?

Salman is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,583 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.