Holding steady.
Popularity of Salvadore since 1907
Babies named Salvadore per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1924, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Salvadore's real moment was 1907.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 6 |
| 1910s | 155 |
| 1920s | 246 |
| 1930s | 174 |
| 1940s | 139 |
| 1950s | 135 |
| 1960s | 156 |
| 1970s | 103 |
| 1980s | 89 |
| 1990s | 38 |
| 2000s | 48 |
| 2010s | 7 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Salvadore is a rare Italian and Spanish name meaning 'savior,' a variant of Salvador. First recorded in the United States in 1907, its peak year of usage, it has never been common. The name remains stable in its rare status, with no recent uptick in popularity. While not tied to any particular state, it carries cultural weight in Italian and Spanish communities. For parents seeking a distinctive name with religious significance, Salvadore offers a unique alternative to the more familiar Salvador and Salvatore.
Salvadore is a variant of Salvador, derived from the Late Latin name Salvator, meaning 'savior.' It has been used in Italian and Spanish-speaking cultures as a given name and surname, often in reference to Jesus Christ as the Savior. The name has been in occasional use in the United States since the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sal, Salvy, Dore
Sibling names for Salvadore
Names that share Salvadore's style, for a brother or sister.
