Salvatore
/sal.vaˈto.re/
Salvatore is an Italian male given name.
The name is used as a masculine given name for men.
What does it mean word for word?
The name is derived from the Italian word for savior.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Southern Italy, particularly in Naples and the surrounding areas, you may encounter the variation Salvatò. In some areas of Sicily, the variation Salvatù can be heard.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /sal.vaˈto.re/. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable.
Did you know?
- The name Salvatore is frequently shortened to the nickname Tore in casual conversation. While 'Sal' is common in English, Tore is the traditional Italian shorthand derived from the end of the name.
- In Sicilian dialects, the name undergoes a phonetic shift, appearing as Sarbaturi instead of the standard Italian Salvatore.
- Because of the name's religious meaning, it is common to find the phrase San Salvatore used as a name for churches, towns and hospitals across Italy.
Examples in context
- Buongiorno, Signor Salvatore. Vorrei presentarle il nostro nuovo progetto.Good morning, Mr. Salvatore. I would like to present our new project to you.
- Ciao Salvo, come stai? Ci vediamo al solito posto più tardi!Hi Salvo, how are you? See you at the usual place later!
- Salvatore è il mio migliore amico.Salvatore is my best friend.
- Conosco un ragazzo di nome Salvatore.I know a boy named Salvatore.
- Ho incontrato Salvatore al supermercato.I met Salvatore at the supermarket.
Example conversation
Alessandro and Giulia are at a party.
- AlessandroChi è quell'uomo laggiù?Who is that man over there?
- GiuliaLui è Salvatore, un mio amico.He is Salvatore, a friend of mine.
- AlessandroConosco già Salvatore!I already know Salvatore!
- GiuliaAllora andiamo a salutarlo.Then let's go say hello to him.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Salvatore, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
