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Shlomo

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Pronounced SHLOH-moh /ˈʃloʊ.moʊ/High

Meaning: Peace; Hebrew form of Solomon, from Hebrew Shlomo (shalom: peace)High

In 30 seconds: The original Hebrew form of Solomon meaning 'peace,' from shalom. While Solomon is the English/Christian form, Shlomo is the traditional Jewish form — still used in Orthodox and traditional Jewish communities worldwide.

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Origin HighHebrew

MeaningPeace; Hebrew form of Solomon, from Hebrew Shlomo (shalom: peace)

U.S. rank (2024)#977 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births230 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 5,455

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Shlomo is the original Hebrew form of Solomon, from Shlomo (שְׁלֹמֹה), derived from shalom (peace). King Solomon/Shlomo, the son of David, was the third king of Israel, celebrated for his wisdom, wealth, and the construction of the First Temple in Jerusalem.

Shlomo is used primarily in Jewish Orthodox and traditional communities. In the U.S. it ranked #977 for boys in 2024.

Did you know? King Solomon (Shlomo) of Israel is credited with writing three books of the Hebrew Bible: Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon. He is also said to have built the first Jerusalem Temple — and his reputation for wisdom made 'Solomonic wisdom' a phrase for supreme judgment.

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Variations

SolomonShelomo

Nicknames

Shlo

Famous Bearers

★King Solomon (Shlomo) (biblical)
Third king of ancient Israel in the Hebrew Bible, son of David, celebrated for his wisdom and the construction of the First Temple. Tradition attributes Proverbs and Ecclesiastes to him.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Shlomo mean?

Shlomo means 'peace,' as the original Hebrew form of Solomon, from shalom (peace).

How do you pronounce Shlomo?

It's said SHLOH-moh — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Shlomo a boy or girl name?

Shlomo is used as a boys' name.

How popular is Shlomo?

Shlomo ranked #977 for U.S. boys in 2024.