One who confronts or a powerful crusher
Derived from the Arabic root s-d-m, the name signifies one who strikes or confronts forcefully. It historically carries connotations of strength and resilience in the face of adversity. While linguistically powerful, its usage in the West has been heavily influenced by 20th-century political history.
Less common today
Saddam isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,969 in 1990.
Former President of Iraq
Iraqi military figure and actor
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
