Salvador facts for kids

Salvador means "saviour" in languages like Catalan, Spanish, and Portuguese. It is a name used for many different people and places around the world.

People Named Salvador

Many famous people have the name Salvador. Here are a few examples:

Artists and Writers

• Salvador Dalí (1904−1989) was a very famous Spanish painter. He was known for his unique and dream-like art style called Surrealism.
• Salvador Espriu (1913−1985) was an important Spanish poet and writer.
• Salvador Novo (1904−1974) was a well-known Mexican writer and poet.
• Salvador Gonzáles Escalona (born 1948) is a Cuban artist famous for his colorful murals and sculptures.
• Henri Salvador (1917−2008) was a French singer and jazz guitarist.

Leaders and Athletes

• Salvador Allende (1908−1973) was a president of Chile.
• Salvador Laurel (1928−2004) was a politician from the Philippines.
• Salva Ballesta (born 1975) is a Spanish footballer.
• Salvador Gómez (water polo) (born 1968) is a Spanish water polo player who won medals in the Olympics.
• Bryce Salvador (born 1976) is a Canadian professional ice hockey player.

Scientists and Historical Figures

• Salvador Luria (1912−1991) was an Italian-American scientist who won a Nobel Prize for his work in medicine.
• Francis Salvador (1747−1776) was an important figure in American history, known as the first Jewish-American to die in the American Revolutionary War.

Fictional Characters

• Dr. Salvador is a character from the video game Resident Evil 4.

Places Called Salvador

The name Salvador is also used for many cities, towns, and other places.

Countries and Capitals

• El Salvador is a country in Central America. It is the smallest country in Central America but has a large population.
  • San Salvador is the capital city of El Salvador. It is the largest city in the country.

Cities in Brazil

• Salvador, Bahia is a large and historic city in Brazil. It is known for its beautiful beaches, music, and unique culture. It was once the first capital of Brazil.

Cities in the Philippines

• El Salvador, Misamis Oriental is a city in the Philippines.
• Salvador, Lanao del Norte is a municipality (a type of town) in the Philippines.
• Salvador Benedicto, Negros Occidental is another municipality in the Philippines, known for its beautiful landscapes.

Other Places

• Salvador Mazza, Salta is a city in Argentina, located near the border with Bolivia.
• Universidad del Salvador (USAL) is a university in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

See also

In Spanish: Salvador para niños