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Sutton vs Salem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Salem

Boy #635 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peace, complete"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#635
Total SSA Count
440
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sutton Rank #442
Salem Rank #635

Sutton is more popular, ranked #442 vs #635 for Salem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sutton or Salem more popular?

Sutton is more popular, ranked #442 compared to Salem at #635 in the United States.

What do Sutton and Salem mean?

Sutton means "southern settlement, south farm" (Old English (suð + tun) origin). Salem means "peace, complete" (Hebrew origin).

Are Sutton and Salem boy or girl names?

Sutton is primarily a boy name. Salem is primarily a boy name.

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