Salome
Salome: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /səˈloʊmi/
Meaning and origin of Salome
- A female given name from Ancient Greek [in turn from Hebrew], masculine equivalent Solomon.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Σαλώμη (Salṓmē), from Hebrew שְׁלוֹמִית (sh'lomít) (belonging to the same root as שָׁלוֹם (shalóm, “peace”)).
How popular is Salome?
Since 1880, 4,942 girls and 682 boys in the U.S. have been named Salome (88% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #541 in 1880. Its highest rank for boys was #1803 in 1910. In 2025, 239 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Salome
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Sibling name ideas for Salome
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Salome FAQ
What does the name Salome mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek [in turn from Hebrew], masculine equivalent Solomon. From Ancient Greek Σαλώμη (Salṓmē), from Hebrew שְׁלוֹמִית (sh'lomít) (belonging to the same root as שָׁלוֹם (shalóm, “peace”)).
What is the origin of the name Salome?
Salome is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Salome?
Since 1880, 4,942 girls and 682 boys in the U.S. have been named Salome (88% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #541 in 1880. Its highest rank for boys was #1803 in 1910. In 2025, 239 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Salome a boy or girl name?
Salome is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (4,942 girls and 682 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.