Shalom Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-LOM / ʃəˈloʊmHebrew
Meaning
peace
Historical & Cultural Background
Shalom is a Hebrew word that translates to 'peace' and is often used as a greeting or farewell. It holds significant cultural and religious importance in Jewish tradition, symbolizing harmony and completeness. The name is commonly given to boys in Jewish communities and reflects a positive aspiration for the child's life.
Trend Summary
Shalom has seen a steady but modest presence in U.S. baby name rankings.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sholom
International Variants
- Salom (Spanish)
- Salome (Greek)
- Shalom (Yiddish)
Famous people named Shalom
Shalom Auslander is an American author known for his works that often explore themes of faith and identity.
Shalom Harlow is a Canadian model and actress recognized for her work in fashion and film.
Shalom S. Schwartz is a psychologist known for his research on values and their impact on human behavior.
Shalom Lamm is an entrepreneur and businessman involved in various ventures.
Fictional characters named Shalom
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shalom was first seen in the United States in 1947. Shalom has ranked as high as #1257 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Maryland, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Shalom has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shalom (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 25 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| MD | 6 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 28 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 30 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 37 |
| 2000 | 32 |
| 2001 | 46 |
| 2002 | 52 |
| 2003 | 50 |
| 2004 | 62 |
| 2005 | 48 |
| 2006 | 50 |
| 2007 | 71 |
| 2008 | 51 |
| 2009 | 67 |
| 2010 | 69 |
| 2011 | 66 |
| 2012 | 66 |
| 2013 | 61 |
| 2014 | 74 |
| 2015 | 91 |
| 2016 | 77 |
| 2017 | 80 |
| 2018 | 71 |
| 2019 | 89 |
| 2020 | 91 |
| 2021 | 106 |
| 2022 | 92 |
| 2023 | 97 |
| 2024 | 96 |