Salem
Salem is a unisex name that ranked #430 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1912. Its best recorded rank was #420 in 2023.
Latest rank
#430
Peak rank
#420
Reached in 2023
Total recorded usage
5,642
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1912
What To Know About Salem
Parents choosing Salem often appreciate its balance of tradition and accessibility. As a unisex name with English background, it carries recognizable weight without sounding overly formal.
Salem is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows Salem appearing in official records as far back as 1912, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #420 in 2023, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
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Page Notes
Pronunciation: SALEM
Origin: English
Editorial status: published
Confidence: medium
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to cross-reference origin and pronunciation guidance.