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Salem

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Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Peace"

Derived from Semitic roots for peace and wholeness, also strongly associated with place-names and biblical references.

Themes:peacebiblicalplacenameunisex
Biblical

Fact-checked by Marcus Chen

B.A. Anthropology, UC BerkeleyMultilingual (4 languages)Cultural Research Fellow • Senior Name Researcher

This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Salem

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#430Top 500

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#430

Salem was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-13

lower than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Salem Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Salem.

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Sal
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saly
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sale
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sie
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sy
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so
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alem
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lemy
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sa
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Baby Name Lists That Include Salem

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Salem mean?
Salem means "Peace". Derived from Semitic roots for peace and wholeness, also strongly associated with place-names and biblical references.
What is the origin of Salem?
Salem is of Hebrew origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Salem?
According to the latest SSA data, Salem is currently ranked #430 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Salem a girl name?
Salem is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Salem?
Popular nicknames for Salem include Sal, saly, sale, sie, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Salem?
There are many names similar to Salem in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginHebrew, Arabic
Syllables2
Length5 letters
US Rank#430
Trend↓ Falling
Starts withS

Sibling Ideas

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Salem has Hebrew roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Hebrew baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Salem appears in several of our curated collections. Check out Names That Mean Strength and Names That Mean Peace for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Arabic Baby Names and Biblical Baby Names.

Before you decide, try our Full Name Preview to see how Salem pairs with your surname. The Sibling Name Matcher can help find names that complement Salem beautifully, and the Nickname Predictor reveals the most common short forms.

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