Holding steady, #3,513 for boys today.
Popularity of Zalmen since 1956
Babies named Zalmen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 12 |
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 42 |
| 1980s | 26 |
| 1990s | 105 |
| 2000s | 157 |
| 2010s | 189 |
| 2020s | 141 |
Meaning & origin
Zalmen is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in Social Security data in 1956. Its popularity has remained very low and stable: as of 2021, it ranked 3513th with about 1 in 53,377 boys receiving the name. The name peaked in usage in 2024, but this likely reflects the small numbers involved rather than a significant trend. No top states are associated with Zalmen, and its usage is concentrated within Ashkenazi Jewish communities. The name is a spelling variant of Zalman, a Yiddish form of Solomon, and carries a sense of tradition and cultural heritage. Despite its obscurity, Zalmen has a distinct sound and a strong connection to Jewish history.
Zalmen is a variant of Zalman, itself a Yiddish diminutive or regional form of Solomon. The name Solomon comes from the Hebrew root shalom, meaning 'peace'. Zalman has been used among Ashkenazi Jewish communities for centuries, with Zalmen representing a less common English spelling.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zal, Zally
Variants: Zalman, Salmen, Zelman
Sibling names for Zalmen
Names that share Zalmen's style, for a brother or sister.
