Solomon
SAH-luh-muhn
Solomon derives from the Hebrew שְׁלֹמֹה (Shelomoh), built on shalom meaning “peace.” It is one of the most storied names in the Hebrew Bible and the broader Abrahamic tradition.
King Solomon, son of David and Bathsheba, ruled ancient Israel circa 970 - 931 BC. His legendary wisdom, described in 1 Kings, made the name a byword for sagacity across Christian, Jewish, and Islamic cultures.
The earliest SSA peak stands at No. 198 in 1880 with 62 births. By 2024, Solomon has climbed to No. 417 with 765 births, far surpassing its 19th-century numbers.
What the name Solomon means
In literature, Solomon appears in Toni Morrison’s Song of Solomon and in folklore like the Key of Solomon. The name carries intellectual and spiritual weight.
Three syllables - SOL-uh-mun - open with a warm sibilant and close on a soft nasal. The rhythm is stately yet conversational.
The built-in nickname Sol adds a casual, sunny dimension. Parents who want gravitas with everyday ease find Solomon an appealing option.
Religious families and secular parents alike gravitate toward Solomon for its association with wisdom, making it timeless rather than trend-driven.
US popularity over time
Numerology and symbolism
Based on Pythagorean numerology — a traditional system linking name letters to numbers. Presented for cultural interest.
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