Soloman Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Soloman originates from Hebrew and means 'peace'. It evolved through various languages from Shlomo to Solomon in English. The name is often associated with wisdom and has biblical significance. While it has decreased in modern popularity, it still carries a positive image.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Soloman"
Pronunciation
/səˈloʊmən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Soloman is derived from the Hebrew name Shlomo, which is related to the root word 'shalom' meaning 'peace'.
Meaning
peace
Language Evolution
Shlomo (Hebrew), Salomon (Latin), Salomon (French), Solomon (English)
Biblical Background
Soloman is a variation of Solomon, a significant biblical figure known for his wisdom, wealth, and building the First Temple in Jerusalem.
Historical Usage
The name Solomon gained popularity in the Middle Ages, especially among Jewish and Christian communities, due to its biblical association.
Variants & Derivatives
Salomon, Solomon, Shlomo
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Soloman is less common than its variants but is often associated with wisdom and strength due to its biblical roots.
Famous People
King Solomon (biblical figure), Solomon Northup (American abolitionist and author)
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Soloman Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 34 peak births in 1999
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Soloman"
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 "Soloman"
"Soloman" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1686th of 7545 | 323 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2677th of 6773 | 149 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3168th of 7552 | 131 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3159th of 10718 | 167 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3322nd of 16616 | 266 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4092nd of 24088 | 347 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5389th of 23106 | 204 |
Regional Popularity of "Soloman" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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86.58% 1194th/1379 |
70.25% 1662nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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85.68% 2016th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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64.38% 2265th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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59.17% 2648th/4475 |
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51.84% 3275th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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76.12% 3931st/5164 |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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73.95% 3318th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Soloman" 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 "Soloman"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Soloman" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Soloman" in the United States
The name Soloman is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Soloman has been 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Soloman' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1686th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2677th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3168th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3159th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3322nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4092nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5389th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Soloman' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.