Solomon
Solomon is a Christian boy name of Hebrew, via Greek origin, meaning “Peaceful; man of peace”.
| Meaning | Peaceful; man of peace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Greek |
| Pronunciation | SOL-uh-mun |
| Tradition | Christian, Jewish, Muslim |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Nigeria, Ethiopia |
Meaning and origin of Solomon
Solomon is the English form of Hebrew Shlomo, from shalom, 'peace'. In the Bible, Solomon is the son of David and Bathsheba, king of Israel at the height of its power, builder of the First Temple, and a byword for wisdom, as in the story of the two mothers in 1 Kings 3. Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and the Song of Songs are traditionally linked with him. In Islam he is the prophet Sulayman.
Is Solomon a Christian name?
Solomon is a major biblical figure in Judaism and Christianity, and the Quran honours him as Sulayman, a prophet-king given wisdom and command over the wind and jinn.
How popular is Solomon?
A classic biblical name, steadily used in English-speaking countries and common among Christians in Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Solomon mean?
Solomon means 'Peaceful; man of peace'. It is of Hebrew, via Greek origin.
Is Solomon a Christian name?
Solomon is a major biblical figure in Judaism and Christianity, and the Quran honours him as Sulayman, a prophet-king given wisdom and command over the wind and jinn.
How do you pronounce Solomon?
Solomon is pronounced SOL-uh-mun.
Is Solomon a boy or girl name?
Solomon is usually a boy name.