Sadman
A word derived from the Arabic term "sadiq," signifying truthful or trustworthy.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Sadman. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Sadman today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Sadman births was 2014 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Sadman. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Sadman. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2014
5 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2014 SSA rank
#13,689
Tracked since 2014
Popularity
Sadman: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Sadman by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Sadman during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Sadman
The name Sadman is believed to have its origins in the Persian language, with roots that can be traced back to the 6th century AD. It is derived from the Persian word "sad," which means "hundred," and "man," which means "man" or "person." Together, the name could be interpreted to mean "a person of great value" or "a person worth a hundred."
In ancient Persian culture, the concept of a "hundred" was often used as a metaphor for something of great worth or significance. The name Sadman was likely given to individuals who were highly valued or respected within their communities. It may have been used as a title or honorific for those who held positions of authority or influence.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Sadman can be found in the Shahnameh, an epic poem written by the renowned Persian poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century. In this work, Sadman is mentioned as the name of a character who plays a minor role in the story.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Sadman. One of the earliest was Sadman al-Basri (642-728 CE), a renowned Islamic scholar and mystic from Basra, Iraq. He was known for his teachings on asceticism and spiritual enlightenment, and his writings had a significant influence on the development of Sufism.
Another notable figure was Sadman Khan (1598-1673), a Persian military commander who served under the Mughal Empire in India. He played a crucial role in several campaigns and battles, and his bravery and leadership skills earned him a reputation as a formidable warrior.
In the 19th century, Sadman Mirza (1819-1882) was a prominent Persian diplomat and statesman. He served as the ambassador of Persia (modern-day Iran) to several European countries and played a pivotal role in negotiating treaties and strengthening diplomatic relations.
Sadman Pasha (1836-1904) was an Ottoman statesman and military commander who served as the Governor of Baghdad and later as the Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire. He was known for his efforts to modernize and reform the Ottoman administration and military.
Finally, Sadman Khan (1876-1958) was a renowned Indian poet and writer from the state of Uttar Pradesh. He wrote extensively in both Urdu and Hindi, and his works explored themes of love, mysticism, and social commentary. His poetry has been widely acclaimed and has influenced generations of writers in the Indian subcontinent.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals who have borne the name Sadman throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of the regions they hailed from.
People
Sadman + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Sadman as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Sadman: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Sadman?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Sadman going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Sadman a common name?
We classify Sadman as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Sadman most popular?
The single biggest year for Sadman was 2014, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Sadman is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Sadman in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Sadman a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Sadman in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Sadman still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Sadman in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Sadman can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Sadman?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.