Saddam
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Man, earth, red earth
Origin: Hebrew
Popularity: Ranked #13529 in 2025 with 5 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Adam. Shares the meaning 'Man, earth, red earth.'
Similar names: sada, sadaa, sadaf, salaam, salam, shaddai, shadday, saad
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Saddam? About 1 in 665,700 babies born in 2025 were named Saddam, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Saddam
What does the name Saddam mean?
Saddam means “Man, earth, red earth” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Saddam?
Saddam has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Man, earth, red earth”.
How popular is Saddam?
Saddam ranked #12008 in 2025 — given to 5 babies that year.
When was Saddam most popular?
Saddam peaked in 1990 with 15 babies registered that year.
Is Saddam a boy or girl name?
Saddam is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Saddams in registered births are male.
How long has Saddam been recorded?
Saddam appears in birth records across 6 years — from 1990 through 2025.