Salvatore Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Salvatore originates from the Latin 'salvator', meaning 'savior'. Its evolution includes forms from Latin to Italian. It is associated with strength and spirituality, particularly within Christian contexts. The name does not have a direct biblical reference, but is closely linked to Jesus Christ. Salvatore has historical roots in medieval Italy and remains a popular name today, symbolizing Italian heritage.

The name Salvatore 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Salvatore has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Salvatore' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 157th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 209th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 303rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 379th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 517th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 728th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 910th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6300th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6072nd out of 9204 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13184th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Salvatore' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Salvatore"

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Pronunciation

/sæl.vəˈtɔːr.eɪ/

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Origin

Italian

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Etymology

The name Salvatore is derived from the Latin word 'salvator', meaning 'savior' or 'deliverer'. It is often associated with the Christian concept of Jesus Christ as the Savior.

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Meaning

savior, deliverer

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Language Evolution

Salvator (Latin), Salvatore (Italian), Salvatoris (Late Latin)

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Historical Usage

The name Salvatore gained popularity in medieval Italy, particularly due to the influence of Christianity and the veneration of Jesus Christ as the Savior.

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Variants & Derivatives

Salvador, Sal, Tore

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Modern Popularity & Image

Salvatore is viewed as a traditional and strong name, often associated with Italian heritage and culture. It carries connotations of nobility and spirituality.

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Famous People

Salvatore Ferragamo (fashion designer), Salvatore Quasimodo (poet and Nobel laureate), Salvatore Adamo (singer)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Salvatore"

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 "Salvatore"

"Salvatore" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 157th of 7545 14,454
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 209th of 6773 11,660
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 303rd of 7552 11,249
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 379th of 10718 7,019
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 517th of 16616 5,321
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 728th of 24088 4,375
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 910th of 23106 2,912
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 6300th of 9107 25
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 6072nd of 9204 30
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 13184th of 19264 21
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 27321st of 27321 5

Regional Popularity of "Salvatore" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
22.95%
325th/1416
4.50%
62nd/1379
44.67%
1057th/2366
34.50%
394th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
20.63%
319th/1546
4.76%
74th/1556
44.88%
1056th/2353
30.32%
469th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
18.72%
417th/2227
4.81%
117th/2430
39.99%
1141st/2853
19.96%
554th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
16.68%
490th/2937
3.99%
139th/3483
29.33%
1032nd/3518
16.67%
674th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
16.26%
599th/3685
4.16%
186th/4475
22.12%
1149th/5194
14.69%
928th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
17.42%
798th/4582
5.02%
259th/5164
21.25%
1554th/7313
20.11%
1501st/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
25.75%
1026th/3984
7.60%
341st/4487
23.76%
1621st/6822
25.03%
1571st/6276

Regional Popularity of "Salvatore" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- 100.00%
1556th/1556
- -
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 "Salvatore"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Salvatore" 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.