Silver; also a hero in Persian mythology
In Persian, Saam (or Sam) is a name of great antiquity, most famously belonging to a legendary hero in the Shahnameh. It is also associated with the word for silver in some contexts. While it sounds like the English nickname Sam, it has distinct linguistic roots.
About 7 boys were named Saam in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A legendary hero and grandfather of Rostam · Shahnameh
British film and music video director
