Sal Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsal / /sæl/Latin; Hebrew
Meaning
Latin: 'to be well'; Hebrew: 'God is my salvation'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sal is often used as a diminutive of names like Salvatore or Salvador, which have roots in Latin and are associated with themes of salvation. In Hebrew contexts, it is linked to the name Saul, which has significant biblical connotations. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting a blend of religious and secular significance.
Trend Summary
The name Sal has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Salvador
- Salvatore
International Variants
- Salvador (Spanish)
- Salvatore (Italian)
Famous people named Sal
Sal Mineo was an American actor known for his role in 'Rebel Without a Cause'.
Fictional characters named Sal
Sal is a character in the book 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower' by Stephen Chbosky, known for being a supportive friend.
Sal is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', often depicted as a curious student.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sal was first seen in the United States in 1909. Sal has ranked as high as #1006 nationally, which occurred in 1958, and has been most popular in New York, California, New Jersey, Texas, and Connecticut. In the past 5 years the name Sal has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sal (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1909 | 8 |
| 1911 | 10 |
| 1912 | 15 |
| 1913 | 12 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 21 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 22 |
| 1918 | 22 |
| 1919 | 26 |
| 1920 | 30 |
| 1921 | 21 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 29 |
| 1924 | 28 |
| 1925 | 34 |
| 1926 | 25 |
| 1927 | 34 |
| 1928 | 24 |
| 1929 | 32 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1931 | 39 |
| 1932 | 44 |
| 1933 | 37 |
| 1934 | 33 |
| 1935 | 49 |
| 1936 | 50 |
| 1937 | 52 |
| 1938 | 39 |
| 1939 | 43 |
| 1940 | 51 |
| 1941 | 51 |
| 1942 | 58 |
| 1943 | 62 |
| 1944 | 45 |
| 1945 | 58 |
| 1946 | 56 |
| 1947 | 64 |
| 1948 | 44 |
| 1949 | 40 |
| 1950 | 30 |
| 1951 | 27 |
| 1952 | 32 |
| 1953 | 28 |
| 1954 | 19 |
| 1955 | 33 |
| 1956 | 51 |
| 1957 | 90 |
| 1958 | 114 |
| 1959 | 107 |
| 1960 | 104 |
| 1961 | 97 |
| 1962 | 103 |
| 1963 | 97 |
| 1964 | 68 |
| 1965 | 62 |
| 1966 | 62 |
| 1967 | 58 |
| 1968 | 54 |
| 1969 | 54 |
| 1970 | 56 |
| 1971 | 52 |
| 1972 | 49 |
| 1973 | 32 |
| 1974 | 27 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 29 |
| 1977 | 18 |
| 1978 | 28 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 28 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 12 |