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Solomon

♂ Boy

Pronounced SOL-oh-mun /ˈsɒl.ə.mən/High

Meaning: From Hebrew Shelomoh, derived from shalom meaning peace; the third King of Israel, renowned for his wisdomHigh

In 30 seconds: Solomon is a magnificent Hebrew name meaning 'peace,' carried by the wisest king in the Bible whose proverbs, temple, and legendary judgment have made it synonymous with wisdom for three millennia.
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Origin HighHebrew
MeaningFrom Hebrew Shelomoh, derived from shalom meaning peace; the third King of Israel, renowned for his wisdom
U.S. rank (2025)#422 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births767 boys (0.04% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2016
Total births (all-time)≈ 38,051

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201618802025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Solomon derives from Hebrew Shelomoh, related to shalom meaning peace. King Solomon reigned c. 970–931 BCE and built the First Temple in Jerusalem; his wisdom is celebrated in Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon.

Solomon has been used as a given name across Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions for millennia. In the United States it has seen a notable revival in the 21st century as parents seek weighty, meaningful biblical names.

Did you know? The Judgment of Solomon — where he proposed splitting a baby in two to identify the true mother — remains one of history's most powerful symbols of wisdom and justice, encoded in the name itself.
Overall data confidence 97%
Behind the Name — Solomon — etymology and biblical historyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

SalomonShlomoSulayman

Nicknames

SolSolly

Famous Bearers

  • ★Solomon (biblical King) (c. 970–931 BCE)
    Third King of Israel, renowned for his wisdom; builder of the First Temple in Jerusalem.

If you like Solomon…

Ezra— shares the Hebrew biblical gravitas and the same dignified modern revival
Elias— another grand Old Testament name with the same wisdom-and-prophecy depth
Thaddeus— shares the biblical three-syllable stately feel and uncommon-classic appeal
Silas— fellow Hebrew-rooted biblical name with the same quiet dignity and modern appeal

Frequently Asked

What does the name Solomon mean?

Solomon means peace from Hebrew shalom; it was the name of Israel's wisest king.

How do you pronounce Solomon?

It is said SOL-oh-mun /ˈsɒl.ə.mən/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Solomon a popular name?

Solomon has been rising in the U.S. in the 21st century as parents embrace grand, wise-sounding biblical names.

What are nicknames for Solomon?

The most common nicknames are Sol and Solly.