Solomon
How to say it: SOL-uh-mun · /ˈsɑləmən/
From Hebrew Shlomo, derived from shalom meaning 'peace'; the biblical king renowned for wisdom.
Solomon was the 316th most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 767 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 1880s, its births are steady over ten years, and it is projected to rise to #297 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · Insee 2025 data, published July 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #316 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 767 |
| Share of births | 1 in 2,965 |
| Peak decade | 1880s |
| Change over 10 years | +4% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #297 |
| In France, 2025 | #347 among boys’ names, 15 births |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA), Insee (France). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
After fading almost out of sight around the 1960s, Solomon returned strongly. Now close to its 1880s high, it looks set to keep rising.
What goes with it
Mellow, soft and breathy, Solomon feels strong with biblical and royal associations. Samuel makes a fitting companion, and Sol is a ready nickname.
Nicknames
- Sol
- Solly
- Sal
Honouring a Solomon in the family
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Solomon is about 1 in 124.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English, French, Greek, Hebrew, Russian.
In France: #347 for boys in 2025.
England and Wales: #394.
Famous people named Solomon
- Solomon ibn Gabirol (1020–1057)11th-century Andalusian poet and Jewish philosopher
- Solomon Kvirkvelia (born 1992)Georgian association football player
- Solomon Burke (1940–2010)American singer
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