Zalman Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAL-muhn / /ˈzɑːlmən/Hebrew; Yiddish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'peaceful' or 'calm'; Yiddish: 'the one who is peaceful'
Historical & Cultural Background
Zalman is a name of Hebrew origin, commonly used in Jewish communities. It is often associated with the Chabad-Lubavitch movement, where it is linked to Rabbi Zalman of Liadi, a prominent Hasidic leader. The name has also been popular among Yiddish-speaking populations, reflecting its cultural significance in Eastern European Jewish history. It embodies values of peace and tranquility.
Trend Summary
Zalman has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often associated with Jewish naming traditions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zal
- Zalmi
International Variants
- Salomon (French)
- Salomão (Portuguese)
- Shlomo (Hebrew)
Famous people named Zalman
Zalman Shazar was an Israeli politician and the third President of Israel, serving from 1963 to 1973.
Zalman Mlotek is a noted American conductor and musicologist specializing in Yiddish music.
Zalman Teitelbaum is a prominent Hasidic rabbi and leader of the Satmar Hasidic community.
Fictional characters named Zalman
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zalman was first seen in the United States in 1949. Zalman has ranked as high as #1336 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Zalman has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zalman (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 23 |