How Common is the First Name Salem?
We estimate that there are 10,995 people named Salem who are currently alive and were born in the United States. Salem is the 1,929th most common for women, and the 2,335th most common overall.
How Old are People Named Salem?
The average person named Salem is 8.36 years old.
Is Salem a Popular Baby Name Right Now?
1,111 people named Salem were born in the U.S. in 2025. It was the 435th most popular name for girls, and the 600th most popular overall.
The popularity of Salem peaked in 2023, when it was the 417th most popular name for baby girls.
Is Salem a Boy's Name or a Girl's Name?
Salem is a unisex name. 58.7% of people named Salem are female, while 41.3% are male.
Facts About the Name Salem
Popularity of Salem in England
In 2020, Salem was the in England and Wales.