Psalm

Pronunciation: [ s-AHLM ]

Girl Name #2,866 Most Popular Hidden Gem 1 Syllable

A sacred song become a living name

American Christian English

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Meaning & Origin

"sacred song, hymn of praise"

Origin: Greek/Hebrew

Language: English

"song sung to a harp"

Origin: Greek

Language: English

The Story of Psalm

Psalm comes from the Greek psalmos, from psallein meaning to pluck a stringed instrument. The Greeks used it to translate the Hebrew tehillim (praises) — the sacred songs of the Hebrew Bible. The Book of Psalms contains 150 songs attributed largely to King David, making Psalm one of the most spiritually charged word-names imaginable.

Psalm entered mainstream awareness in 2019 when Kim Kardashian and Kanye West named their son Psalm West. The bold spiritual choice sparked debate and admiration, putting this unprecedented name on the cultural map. It has since inspired other parents toward word-names with religious significance.

The Psalms are among the most read and beloved texts in all of world literature — sung in synagogues, churches, and mosques for millennia. Naming a child Psalm declares faith loudly and poetically.

Fun Facts

Psalm West was born in 2019 to Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, putting this name in headlines worldwide
The silent P in Psalm comes from Greek — the Greeks wrote it as Psalmos, but English dropped the P sound while keeping the spelling
The 23rd Psalm is the most memorized passage in the English-speaking world: The Lord is my shepherd

Psalm in Other Languages

Greek Ψαλμός

Latin Psalmus

French Psaume

Hebrew תְּהִלִּים

Spanish Salmo

Famous People Named Psalm

Psalm West

Other

2019

Son of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, whose name brought Psalm into mainstream naming conversation

King David

Religious

Biblical king credited as the primary author of the Book of Psalms, the foundational collection of sacred songs

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 1
Popularity Rank: #2,866
Total SSA Count: 58
Cultural Origins: American Christian English
Pronunciation: Hard
Formality: Casual
Cross-Cultural Ease: Low

Common Nicknames

Salm Psalmie

Pairs Well With

Psalm Grace Psalm Joy Psalm Zion Psalm Faith Psalm Hope Psalm Selah Psalm Eden

Sibling Names

North Saint Chicago True Zion Messiah Story

Also a Boy Name

Psalm is also used as a boy name, ranked #1172.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Psalm

What does the name Psalm mean?

"sacred song, hymn of praise" (from Greek/Hebrew). "song sung to a harp" (from Greek). Psalm comes from the Greek psalmos, from psallein meaning to pluck a stringed instrument. The Greeks used it to translate the Hebrew tehillim (praises) — the sacred songs of the Hebrew Bible. The Book of Psalms contains 150 songs attributed largely to King David, making Psalm one of the most spiritually charged word-names imaginable.

What is the origin of the name Psalm?

Psalm has Greek/Hebrew, Greek, American, Christian, and English origins. In Greek/Hebrew, it means "sacred song, hymn of praise". In Greek, it means "song sung to a harp".

Is Psalm a boy or girl name?

Psalm is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2866. As a boy name, it is ranked #1172. Psalm is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Psalm?

Psalm is pronounced s-AHLM.

How popular is the name Psalm?

Psalm is currently ranked #2866 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Psalm?

Common nicknames for Psalm include Salm and Psalmie.

What are good middle names for Psalm?

Popular middle name pairings include Psalm Grace, Psalm Joy, Psalm Zion, Psalm Faith, Psalm Hope, Psalm Selah, and Psalm Eden.

What are good sibling names for Psalm?

Names that pair well with Psalm as siblings include North, Saint, Chicago, True, Zion, Messiah, and Story.

How many syllables does Psalm have?

Psalm has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Psalm a common or rare name?

Psalm is an uncommon name, ranked #2866 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Psalm

Psalm is a girl name with American, Christian, and English origins . The name means "sacred song, hymn of praise" in Greek/Hebrew .

Is Psalm a boy or girl name? Psalm is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,866 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,172. Psalm is more commonly used as a boy name.

Psalm is currently ranked #2,866 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Psalm has 1 syllable and is pronounced s-AHLM, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Psalm include Salm and Psalmie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.