Salvator Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Salvator originates from Latin, meaning 'savior' or 'deliverer', and has evolved into various forms across languages like Italian and Spanish. It is often linked to themes of salvation and has been historically significant in Christian contexts. While less common today, it carries a strong image of heroism and religious importance.
The name Salvator is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Salvator has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Salvator' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1563rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2113th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2831st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5385th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6372nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16086th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Salvator' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Salvator"
Pronunciation
/sælˈveɪtər/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Salvator derives from the Latin word 'salvator', meaning 'savior' or 'deliverer'. It is often associated with the concept of salvation and is used in various religious contexts.
Meaning
savior, deliverer
Language Evolution
Salvator (Latin), Salvatore (Italian), Salvador (Spanish), Salvador (Portuguese)
Historical Usage
Salvator gained popularity in Christian contexts during the Middle Ages, especially in reference to Jesus Christ as the savior. It has been used in various forms across different cultures and languages.
Variants & Derivatives
Salvatore, Salvador, Salvatrix
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Salvator is less common in modern usage but evokes a strong religious and historical significance, often associated with themes of salvation and heroism.
Famous People
Salvator Rosa (1615-1673), Italian Baroque painter, Salvador Dalí (1904-1989), renowned Spanish surrealist artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Salvator"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Salvator"
"Salvator" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1563rd of 7545 | 361 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2113th of 6773 | 224 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2831st of 7552 | 160 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5385th of 10718 | 56 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6372nd of 16616 | 94 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 16086th of 24088 | 25 |
Regional Popularity of "Salvator" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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40.61% 560th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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47.04% 732nd/1556 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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51.77% 1258th/2430 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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60.24% 2098th/3483 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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40.94% 1832nd/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Salvator" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Salvator"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Salvator" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.