Shalom
Shalom: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Shalom
- A unisex given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
Borrowed from Hebrew שָׁלוֹם (shalóm).
How popular is Shalom?
Since 1880, 1,229 girls and 2,460 boys in the U.S. have been named Shalom (33% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3137 in 2017. Its highest rank for boys was #1603 in 2021. In 2025, 146 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Shalom
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Sibling name ideas for Shalom
Sister and brother names that share Shalom's Hebrew roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Shalom FAQ
What does the name Shalom mean?
A unisex given name from Hebrew. Borrowed from Hebrew שָׁלוֹם (shalóm).
What is the origin of the name Shalom?
Shalom is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Shalom?
Since 1880, 1,229 girls and 2,460 boys in the U.S. have been named Shalom (33% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3137 in 2017. Its highest rank for boys was #1603 in 2021. In 2025, 146 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Shalom a boy or girl name?
Shalom is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (1,229 girls and 2,460 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.