Shalim
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Shalim first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 45 babies have been named Shalim in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shalim is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,897 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #16,897
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Shalim
Shalim is a boy name .
Shalim is currently ranked #16,897 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shalim include Sha, Shal, Shaly, Shalie, Shy, Shie, and Shakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shalim include Shalom . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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