Sanam is of Persian origin, meaning "melody" or "harmony". It is often used as both a given name and surname. The name has gained popularity worldwide due to its musical connotation and appealing sound. Sanam is typically pronounced as Sa-nam, with the stress on the first syllable. It is unisex but more commonly used for females.
"Sanam has seen fluctuations in its popularity over the years, with peaks in the late '80s and mid to late '90s, reaching a high of 25 births in 1997. However, since 2000, it has been less common, though it still appears consistently each year, with totals showing an overall trend upwards over time."