Saman

♂ Boy

Pronounced sa-MAAN /sɑˈmɑːn/Medium

Meaning: From Persian saman, meaning 'order; arrangement; calm' and also linked to the fragrant jasmine flower. A gentle name of harmony and sweetness.Low

In 30 seconds: A name of calm and sweetness: Saman is Persian for 'order; jasmine' (said 'sa-MAAN'). Gentle and harmonious.

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Origin MediumPersian

MeaningFrom Persian saman, meaning 'order; arrangement; calm' and also linked to the fragrant jasmine flower. A gentle name of harmony and sweetness.

U.S. rank (2024)#12050 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1990

Total births (all-time)≈ 288

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Saman comes from the Persian saman, 'order; arrangement; calm,' and is also linked to jasmine. It lends the historical Samanid dynasty its name. A gentle, well-rooted pick (said 'sa-MAAN').

It appears only rarely in U.S. records, most often in Persian-heritage families. Rare, gentle, and rooted.

Did you know? Saman carries two lovely Persian threads — 'order; calm' and the fragrant 'jasmine' flower — making it a name of harmony and sweetness (said 'sa-MAAN').

Overall data confidence 52%

References — Saman — Persian saman, 'order; jasmine'

Variations

SamaanSamonSaaman

Nicknames

SamMani

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Saman mean?

Saman is a Persian name meaning 'order; calm' and linked to the jasmine flower.

How do you pronounce Saman?

It's said sa-MAAN /sɑˈmɑːn/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Saman a boy or girl name?

Saman is used as a boy's name in Persian tradition.

How popular is Saman?

Saman is a rare name in the U.S., seen most in Persian-heritage families.