"sacred songs, hymns of praise"
Origin: Hebrew/Greek
Language: Hebrew
Psalms
Pronunciation: [ s-AHLMZ ]
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Meaning & Origin
"song sung to a harp"
Origin: Greek psalmos
Language: Greek
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- Most strongly associated with Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's son (born 2019), which gives it strong celebrity-kid connotations
The Story of Psalms
Psalms derives from the Greek psalmos, meaning a song sung to a harp, which was itself a translation of the Hebrew mizmor, meaning a melody or sacred song. The Book of Psalms in the Hebrew Bible contains 150 sacred poems and hymns attributed largely to King David. The silent P reflects the Greek origin — psalmos began with a double consonant cluster that English simplified over centuries.
Psalms shot into public consciousness in 2019 when Kim Kardashian and Kanye West named their fourth child Psalm West. This sparked widespread discussion about biblical names and celebrity baby naming, introducing the name to parents looking for deeply spiritual yet unconventional choices.
The Psalms hold central importance in Jewish, Christian, and Ethiopian Orthodox traditions. Using the name Psalms signals deep faith and reverence for sacred scripture, particularly in African American Christian communities.
Historical Record
Psalms first appeared in US Social Security records in 2013.
Over 116 babies have been named Psalms in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Psalms is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #4,216 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Book of Psalms is the longest book in the Bible with 150 chapters
- Psalm 23 (The Lord is my shepherd) is among the most quoted passages in the English language
- The silent P in Psalms comes from the Greek psalmos
Psalms in Other Languages
Greek
Ψαλμοί
Latin
Psalmi
Arabic
مزامير
Hebrew
תְּהִלִּים (Tehillim)
Spanish
Salmos
Popularity Over Time
#4,216
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #4,216
- Total SSA Count
- 25
- Cultural Origins
- American Christian Hebrew African American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Psalm
Sam
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Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms
What does the name Psalms mean?
"sacred songs, hymns of praise" (from Hebrew/Greek). "song sung to a harp" (from Greek psalmos). Psalms derives from the Greek psalmos, meaning a song sung to a harp, which was itself a translation of the Hebrew mizmor, meaning a melody or sacred song. The Book of Psalms in the Hebrew Bible contains 150 sacred poems and hymns attributed largely to King David. The silent P reflects the Greek origin — psalmos began with a double consonant cluster that English simplified over centuries.
What is the origin of the name Psalms?
Psalms has Hebrew/Greek, Greek psalmos, American, Christian, Hebrew, and African American origins. In Hebrew/Greek, it means "sacred songs, hymns of praise". In Greek psalmos, it means "song sung to a harp".
Is Psalms a boy or girl name?
Psalms is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4216. As a girl name, it is ranked #12630. Psalms is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Psalms?
Psalms is pronounced s-AHLMZ.
How popular is the name Psalms?
Psalms is currently ranked #4216 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Psalms?
Common nicknames for Psalms include Psalm and Sam.
What are good middle names for Psalms?
Popular middle name pairings include Psalms David, Psalms Emmanuel, Psalms Justice, Psalms Reign, Psalms Isaiah, and Psalms Noah.
What are good sibling names for Psalms?
Names that pair well with Psalms as siblings include Saint, North, Chicago, Reign, True, and Genesis.
How many syllables does Psalms have?
Psalms has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Psalms a common or rare name?
Psalms is an uncommon name, ranked #4216 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Psalms?
Related spellings include Psalm.
About the Name Psalms
Psalms is a boy name with American, Christian, Hebrew, and African American origins . The name means "sacred songs, hymns of praise" in Hebrew/Greek .
Is Psalms a boy or girl name? Psalms is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,216 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #12,630. Psalms is more commonly used as a boy name.
Psalms is currently ranked #4,216 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Psalms has 1 syllable and is pronounced s-AHLMZ, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Psalms include Psalm and Sam. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Psalms include Psalm . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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