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Saylem

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Pronounced SAY-lum /ˈseɪ.ləm/High

Meaning: A spelling of Salem — from Hebrew shalem/shalom, 'peace; complete; whole'; also a place-name (Salem; an old name for Jerusalem); we note the placeLow

In 30 seconds: Peace: Saylem spells Salem — 'peace'. Crisp, modern, and warm.
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Origin LowHebrew
MeaningA spelling of Salem — from Hebrew shalem/shalom, 'peace; complete; whole'; also a place-name (Salem; an old name for Jerusalem); we note the place
U.S. rank (2024)#7179 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births16 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 132

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320112024

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Saylem is a spelling of Salem — from Hebrew shalem/shalom, 'peace; complete; whole'; also a place-name (Salem, an old name for Jerusalem; we note the place). A crisp, modern name (said 'SAY-lum').

In the U.S. it appears as a modern spelling. Rare in this form, peace at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Salem comes from Hebrew shalem/shalom, 'peace; complete; whole' — also a place-name (an old name for Jerusalem) — Saylem is a spelling, crisp and modern (we note the place; said 'SAY-lum').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Salem — place noted

Variations

SalemSaylumSaelem

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Saylem mean?

Saylem spells Salem — Hebrew 'peace; complete; whole'; also a place-name (an old name for Jerusalem).

How do you pronounce Saylem?

It's said SAY-lum /ˈseɪ.ləm/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Saylem a boy or girl name?

Saylem is most often a girl's name.

How popular is Saylem?

Saylem is a rare spelling in the U.S.

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