Salvador is of Latin origin, derived from the word 'salve', which means 'savior'. This name was traditionally given to children born around Christmas time as it translates to 'savior' and has religious connotations. It's composed of two elements: 'salve', meaning 'save', and '-dor', a suffix that denotes an agent or doer of the action. Salvador is also associated with the Spanish poet, painter, and statesman Francisco de Goya y Lucientes, who was born on March 30, 1746, and was commonly known as 'Salvador'. Throughout history, Salvador has been popular in Spain, Latin America, and other regions influenced by Spanish culture. However, it's not a particularly common name in English-speaking countries.
The name Salvador has been given to a total of 457 children over the course of these years, with variations in popularity throughout different decades. The most popular years for the name were 1923 and 1989, each with 12 births. However, there are several gaps in the data, particularly from 1935 to 1942, 1962 to 1970, and 2003 to 2005.