Shlomo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shlomo is a Hebrew name meaning 'peaceful' or 'complete', derived from the root 'shalam'. It has evolved from Biblical Hebrew to modern forms, notably Solomon in English. The name is associated with traits of wisdom and peace, having biblical relevance through King Solomon, and remains popular in Jewish culture.
The name Shlomo is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shlomo has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Shlomo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6350th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3415th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2215th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1460th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1291st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1078th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Shlomo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shlomo"
Pronunciation
/ʃloʊˈmoʊ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Shlomo is derived from the Hebrew root 'shalam', meaning 'to be complete' or 'peaceful'. It is often associated with the biblical King Solomon, who is known for his wisdom and wealth.
Meaning
peaceful, complete
Language Evolution
Shlomo (Hebrew), Shelomoh (Biblical Hebrew), Solomon (Latin/English)
Biblical Background
Shlomo is the Hebrew name for Solomon, who is a prominent figure in the Bible, known for his wisdom and the construction of the First Temple in Jerusalem.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity among Jewish communities, particularly during the medieval period, and has remained a common name in Hebrew-speaking cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Shelomo, Solomon, Salomon
Modern Popularity & Image
Shlomo is viewed positively within Jewish culture, symbolizing wisdom and peace, and is often associated with intellectual and spiritual qualities.
Famous People
Shlomo Carlebach - a renowned Jewish singer and songwriter., Shlomo Sand - an Israeli historian and author.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shlomo"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shlomo"
"Shlomo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6350th of 6773 | 7 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3415th of 7552 | 107 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2215th of 10718 | 292 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1460th of 16616 | 888 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1291st of 24088 | 1,898 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1078th of 23106 | 2,263 |
Regional Popularity of "Shlomo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
38.44% 934th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
22.14% 771st/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
11.73% 525th/4475 |
- |
51.84% 3275th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
7.30% 377th/5164 |
53.40% 3905th/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.73% 2340th/3984 |
6.66% 299th/4487 |
40.99% 2796th/6822 |
51.59% 3238th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Shlomo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shlomo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shlomo" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.