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Solomon Boy

Popularity: #381 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationSOL-uh-muhn / /ˈsɒləmən/

Hebrew; Latin

Meaning

Hebrew: peace; Latin: wise

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Solomon is derived from the Hebrew name Shlomo, which is rooted in the Hebrew word "shalom," meaning "peace." This name appears in the biblical context as the name of a significant figure, King Solomon, who reigned over Israel in the 10th century BCE. The name was transliterated into Greek as "Solomon" (Σολομών) and subsequently into Latin, maintaining its form as it entered Old French and later English. The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Latin Vulgate and the Old French translations of biblical texts, particularly during the medieval period.

King Solomon is a prominent figure in the Hebrew Bible, known for his wisdom, wealth, and building projects, including the First Temple in Jerusalem. His reign is often associated with a golden age of prosperity and cultural flourishing in ancient Israel. Solomon's story is recounted in the books of Kings and Chronicles, and he is also credited with authorship of several biblical texts, including Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Songs. His wisdom is famously illustrated in the narrative of the two women claiming to be the mother of a child, where he proposed to divide the child in order to reveal the true mother.

The name Solomon has resonated culturally and symbolically throughout history, often associated with wisdom and peace. In various traditions, Solomon is seen as a symbol of justice and moral integrity. His legacy has been influential in literature, art, and religious thought, inspiring countless works that reflect on themes of wisdom and governance. The name has also given rise to diminutive forms, such as Sol, which have appeared in various cultures. Overall, the name Solomon carries a rich historical and cultural significance that has endured through centuries.

Trend Summary

The name Solomon has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Salomon
  • Solemn

International Variants

  • Salomão (Portuguese)
  • Salomon (French)
  • Solomon (English)

Famous people named Solomon

Solomon Northup is an author and abolitionist best known for Twelve Years a Slave.

Solomon Burke is a singer and songwriter best known for Everybody Needs Somebody to Love, Cry to Me, and Gotcha.

Fictional characters named Solomon

Solomon Kane is a fictional character from the literary works of Robert E. Howard. He is a 16th-century Puritan who battles evil and seeks redemption for his past sins.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Solomon was first seen in the United States in 1880. Solomon has ranked as high as #663 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in New York, California, Georgia, Texas, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Solomon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Solomon (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 81
12%
NY 65
9%
TX 62
9%
FL 47
7%
NC 32
5%
OH 31
4%
TN 29
4%
VA 25
4%
PA 24
3%
IN 24
3%
MI 22
3%
GA 20
3%
WA 19
3%
AL 17
2%
SC 17
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
188062
188149
188251
188345
188460
188558
188645
188733
188843
188940
189043
189137
189243
189344
189432
189551
189644
189744
189840
189937
190072
190137
190266
190344
190450
190547
190648
190765
190861
190979
191081
1911129
1912233
1913215
1914297
1915312
1916317
1917376
1918367
1919353
1920356
1921356
1922334
1923314
1924271
1925290
1926214
1927209
1928218
1929204
1930193
1931154
1932165
1933145
1934149
1935131
1936153
1937138
1938143
1939116
1940150
1941118
1942148
1943154
1944126
1945118
1946136
1947170
1948185
1949194
1950139
1951178
1952154
1953144
1954166
1955170
1956163
1957163
1958134
1959172
1960128
1961145
1962118
1963121
1964132
1965140
1966116
1967114
1968125
1969142
1970142
1971177
1972145
1973158
1974172
1975173
1976193
1977222
1978217
1979240
1980214
1981200
1982295
1983221
1984263
1985243
1986222
1987227
1988255
1989265
1990218
1991260
1992257
1993292
1994302
1995324
1996363
1997415
1998431
1999521
2000516
2001558
2002527
2003496
2004530
2005535
2006563
2007615
2008691
2009599
2010566
2011609
2012637
2013708
2014832
2015873
2016904
2017883
2018824
2019755
2020750
2021737
2022709
2023709
2024765