Find out how popular the first name Shalem has been for the last 1 years (from 2017 to 2017) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Shalem by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Shalem is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2017, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Shalem.

The history of the first name Shalem

The name Shalem is of Hebrew origin, derived from the word "shalom," which means peace, completeness, or wholeness. It is believed to have been in use since ancient times in the Middle Eastern region.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Shalem can be traced back to the Bible, where it is mentioned as the name of a place, "Shalem," which is believed to be an ancient name for Jerusalem. In Genesis 14:18, it is stated that Melchizedek was the king of Shalem, which some scholars interpret as a reference to Jerusalem.

Throughout history, the name Shalem has been associated with various individuals, both religious and secular. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this name was Shalem ben Judah, a 12th-century Jewish scholar and commentator on the Talmud, who lived in Spain.

Another notable figure was Shalem Shabazi, a 17th-century Yemeni Jewish poet and mystic, who was a prominent figure in the Shalom Shabazi movement. His poems and writings had a significant influence on the Jewish communities in Yemen and the Middle East.

In the 19th century, Shalem Aleichem was the pen name of the famous Yiddish writer and playwright, Sholem Rabinovich (1859-1916), who is widely regarded as one of the founding fathers of modern Yiddish literature.

Moving into the 20th century, Shalem Yona was an Israeli politician and member of the Knesset (Israeli parliament) from 1949 to 1951, representing the Sephardic and Oriental Communities party.

More recently, Shalem Grillier (1921-2007) was a prominent Israeli artist and sculptor, known for his monumental public sculptures and works in bronze and stone, which can be found in various locations throughout Israel.

These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the name Shalem throughout history, reflecting its enduring presence and significance across different cultures and time periods.

Data source

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