Saroun
A girl's name with 5 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
If you're considering Saroun, you're looking at a name that fewer than 5 families have ever chosen in the U.S. That kind of rarity is intentional — it signals that the name was chosen for its sound, its personal meaning, or a family connection rather than a trend.
The sharp, distinct ending gives Saroun a crisp, modern feel that pairs easily with most surnames.
Saroun is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Saroun is a baby name of Khmer origin, a Cambodian given name meaning 'joy' or 'happiness,' widely used in Cambodian communities.
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In the American context, Saroun is a girl's name with a focused stretch of recorded use (1985–1985). American naming is uniquely syncretic — it borrows from dozens of traditions, invents freely, and recombines elements in ways that make strict etymological tracing difficult for many names.
With 5 total births, Saroun exists at the edges of the American naming landscape — a name known primarily to the families who carry it, giving it an intensely personal character.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Saroun has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1985.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 | — |
The Story of Saroun
A Millennial name
Peaking in 1985, Saroun is a Millennial-era classic. Girls named Saroun are most likely born between 1985 and 1985.
How rare is Saroun?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Saroun is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1985, peaked in the 1980s with 5 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 1985–1985)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 5 | #12083 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1985–1985