Salvador
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Savior, rescuer
Origin: Spanish/Portuguese
Popularity: Ranked #756 in 2025 with 341 babies born.
History: From the Latin 'salvator' meaning savior, referring to Jesus Christ. Salvador Dalí was one of the most important artists of the 20th century. The country El Salvador means The Savior. It is popular across the Spanish-speaking world.
Name length: 8 letters
How common is Salvador? About 1 in 9,761 babies born in 2025 were named Salvador, or roughly 0.9 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Salvador
What does the name Salvador mean?
Salvador means “Savior, rescuer” from Spanish/Portuguese roots.
What is the origin of the name Salvador?
Salvador has Spanish/Portuguese origin. The traditional meaning is “Savior, rescuer”.
How popular is Salvador?
Salvador ranked #754 in 2025 — given to 341 babies that year.
When was Salvador most popular?
Salvador peaked in 1992 with 921 babies registered that year.
Is Salvador a boy or girl name?
Salvador is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Salvadors in registered births are male.
Is the name Salvador rising or falling in popularity?
Salvador has fallen 53 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #701 in 2020 to #754 in 2025.
How long has Salvador been recorded?
Salvador appears in birth records across 130 years — from 1888 through 2025.