Salvatore Small

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Salvatore Small — saviour
44K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Salvatore Small is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Salvatore is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Dal latino salvator (salvatore). Diffusissimo nel Sud Italia per la devozione a Gesù come Salvatore del mondo. The surname Small: Small is an English and Scottish surname, originally used as a nickname for a person of small stature or slender build. The name is widespread across the English-speaking world, and was sometimes adopted as an anglicised form of names with similar etymologies from other languages, including Beag in Irish, Klein and Schmal in German, Mały in Polish, and Malý in Czech and Slovak. It shares an etymology with the English surname Smallman, and has a similar etymology to the surname Smallbone, which was a nickname for a person with short or thin legs. Salvatore is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 44K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Salvatore reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Salvatore

Meaning: saviour

Latin

Dal latino salvator (salvatore). Diffusissimo nel Sud Italia per la devozione a Gesù come Salvatore del mondo.

Surname: Small

Irish

Small is an English and Scottish surname, originally used as a nickname for a person of small stature or slender build. The name is widespread across the English-speaking world, and was sometimes adopted as an anglicised form of names with similar etymologies from other languages, including Beag in Irish, Klein and Schmal in German, Mały in Polish, and Malý in Czech and Slovak. It shares an etymology with the English surname Smallman, and has a similar etymology to the surname Smallbone, which was a nickname for a person with short or thin legs.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Salvatore is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 35%
Italy 15%
Spain 12%
Brazil 18%
France 9%
Mexico 12%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Salvatore by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Salvatore has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Turi
  • Tore
  • Salvador
  • Sauveur

Notable People Named Salvatore Small

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Salvatore Small:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Salvatore?
The first name Salvatore originates from Latin. Dal latino salvator (salvatore). Diffusissimo nel Sud Italia per la devozione a Gesù come Salvatore del mondo.
When was Salvatore most popular?
The name Salvatore reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Small?
The surname Small originates from Irish. Small is an English and Scottish surname, originally used as a nickname for a person of small stature or slender build. The name is widespread across the English-speaking world, and was sometimes adopted as an anglicised form of names with similar etymologies from other languages, including Beag in Irish, Klein and Schmal in German, Mały in Polish, and Malý in Czech and Slovak. It shares an etymology with the English surname Smallman, and has a similar etymology to the surname Smallbone, which was a nickname for a person with short or thin legs.
What are the origins of the name Salvatore Small?
The name Salvatore Small combines two different traditions: the first name Salvatore has Latin roots, while the surname Small originates from Irish.
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