Soloman
Soloman is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Man of peace; peaceful.
Origin and history
Soloman is a spelling variant of Solomon, derived from the Hebrew word for peace. While less common than the traditional spelling, it has maintained a steady presence in American record-keeping. It offers a classic biblical heritage with a minor stylistic variation.
Popularity in the United States
1,679 babies in the United States have been named Soloman since 1880. It ranks #3100 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1828.
States where it is most popular
- NY (30.2 %)
- SC (18.6 %)
- CA (15.1 %)
- GA (12.8 %)
- LA (11.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 53 |
| 1890-1900 | 22 |
| 1900-1910 | 25 |
| 1910-1920 | 157 |
| 1920-1930 | 166 |
| 1930-1940 | 93 |
| 1940-1950 | 52 |
| 1950-1960 | 61 |
| 1960-1970 | 94 |
| 1970-1980 | 104 |
| 1980-1990 | 159 |
| 1990-2000 | 196 |
| 2000-2010 | 227 |
| 2010-2019 | 171 |
| 2020-2029 | 99 |
Nicknames
Sol, Solly
Fun facts
- Soloman is an alternate phonetic spelling of Solomon, which has been recorded continuously in the U.S. since 1880.
- The name ultimately derives from the Hebrew root 'shalom', meaning peace.