"peaceful, man of peace"
Origin: Hebrew shalom
Language: Hebrew
Soloman
Pronunciation: [ s-ohl-ohm-AN ]
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"his peace"
Origin: Hebrew Shlomo
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The Story of Soloman
Soloman is a variant spelling of Solomon, from the Hebrew Shlomo (שְׁלֹמֹה), derived from shalom meaning peace. King Solomon, son of David and Bathsheba, ruled Israel in the 10th century BCE and is revered in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam as the wisest ruler who ever lived. The spelling Soloman (with an extra A) appears in historical records and reflects a natural phonetic rendering of how the name has long been pronounced.
Solomon has experienced a strong revival in the 21st century as parents seek Old Testament names with gravitas and historical depth. It has risen into the US top 500 since 2010. The African-American community has long embraced Solomon and Soloman, and the name also appears in Toni Morrisons Song of Solomon.
King Solomon is revered in three Abrahamic faiths — Jewish tradition credits him with building the First Temple in Jerusalem, Christian scripture contains the Song of Solomon, and Islam honors him as a prophet. The Freemasons consider Solomons Temple central to their symbolic tradition. The name carries extraordinary cultural weight across world religions.
Historical Record
Soloman first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 1,094 babies have been named Soloman in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Soloman is past its peak , currently ranked #4,667 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Solomon is said to have written Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon in the Hebrew Bible
- The Temple of Solomon in Jerusalem was considered the greatest building of the ancient world
- Toni Morrison named one of her most celebrated novels Song of Solomon (1977), winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award
Soloman in Other Languages
Greek
Σολομών
Arabic
سليمان
French
Salomon
Hebrew
שְׁלֹמֹה
Spanish
Salomón
Popularity Over Time
#4,667
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Peaked 1965
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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King Solomon
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Biblical king of Israel, son of David, celebrated for his wisdom, wealth, and building of the First Temple in Jerusalem ...
Biblical king of Israel, son of David, celebrated for his wisdom, wealth, and building of the First Temple in Jerusalem around 970-931 BCE
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,667
- Total SSA Count
- 22
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Christian Muslim English African-American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Sol
Solly
Sal
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Frequently Asked Questions About Soloman
What does the name Soloman mean?
"peaceful, man of peace" (from Hebrew shalom). "his peace" (from Hebrew Shlomo). Soloman is a variant spelling of Solomon, from the Hebrew Shlomo (שְׁלֹמֹה), derived from shalom meaning peace. King Solomon, son of David and Bathsheba, ruled Israel in the 10th century BCE and is revered in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam as the wisest ruler who ever lived. The spelling Soloman (with an extra A) appears in historical records and reflects a natural phonetic rendering of how the name has long been pronounced.
What is the origin of the name Soloman?
Soloman has Hebrew shalom, Hebrew Shlomo, Jewish, Christian, Muslim, English, and African-American origins. In Hebrew shalom, it means "peaceful, man of peace". In Hebrew Shlomo, it means "his peace".
Is Soloman a boy or girl name?
Soloman is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Soloman?
Soloman is pronounced s-ohl-ohm-AN.
How popular is the name Soloman?
Soloman is currently ranked #4667 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Soloman?
Common nicknames for Soloman include Sol, Solly, and Sal.
What are good middle names for Soloman?
Popular middle name pairings include Soloman James, Soloman David, Soloman Isaiah, Soloman Emmanuel, Soloman Nathaniel, and Soloman Benjamin.
What are good sibling names for Soloman?
Names that pair well with Soloman as siblings include Ezra, Elijah, Cyrus, Miriam, Naomi, and Delilah.
How many syllables does Soloman have?
Soloman has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Soloman a common or rare name?
Soloman is an uncommon name, ranked #4667 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Soloman?
Are there other spellings for Soloman?
Related spellings include Solomon.
About the Name Soloman
Soloman is a boy name with Jewish, Christian, Muslim, English, and African-American origins . The name means "peaceful, man of peace" in Hebrew shalom .
Soloman is currently ranked #4,667 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Soloman has 3 syllables and is pronounced s-ohl-ohm-AN, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Soloman include Sol, Solly, and Sal. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Soloman include Solomon . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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