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Shloima
Pronounced SHLOY-muh /ˈʃlɔɪ.mə/Medium
Meaning: A Yiddish form of Solomon (Shlomo), from the Hebrew shalom, 'peace.' Warm and traditional in Ashkenazi Jewish families.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Shloima is Yiddish for Solomon, from the Hebrew shalom, 'peace.' Long used in Ashkenazi Jewish tradition, it reads warm and traditional — rare in the U.S. (said 'SHLOY-muh').
It appears only rarely in the U.S., mostly in Orthodox Jewish families. Rare, traditional, and warm.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Shloima mean?
Shloima is a Yiddish form of Solomon, from the Hebrew shalom, 'peace.'
How do you pronounce Shloima?
It's said SHLOY-muh /ˈʃlɔɪ.mə/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Shloima a boy or girl name?
Shloima is a boy's name.
How popular is Shloima?
Shloima is a rare name in the U.S.