Sanam Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsah-NAHM / /sæˈnɑːm/Persian; Arabic
Meaning
Persian: beloved; Arabic: a term of endearment
Historical & Cultural Background
Sanam is a name of Persian origin, commonly used in Iran and among Persian-speaking communities. In Arabic, it is often used as a term of affection. The name reflects cultural values of love and endearment, making it popular in various regions. It is also associated with poetry and romantic literature in Persian culture.
Similar Names
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International Variants
- Sanam (Urdu/Pakistan)
- Sanam (Hindi/India)
Famous people named Sanam
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Fictional characters named Sanam
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sanam was first seen in the United States in 1979. Sanam has ranked as high as #1234 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Sanam has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sanam (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 5 |