Holding steady, #1,753 for boys today.
Popularity of Salomon since 1880
Babies named Salomon per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2025, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Salomon's real moment was 1880.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 6 |
| 1890s | 11 |
| 1900s | 20 |
| 1910s | 77 |
| 1920s | 164 |
| 1930s | 167 |
| 1940s | 163 |
| 1950s | 168 |
| 1960s | 169 |
| 1970s | 287 |
| 1980s | 440 |
| 1990s | 511 |
| 2000s | 686 |
| 2010s | 564 |
| 2020s | 431 |
Meaning & origin
Salomon is a biblical name with deep roots in Hebrew tradition. Despite ranking 1753 in 2025, it remains a classic choice, with a steady trajectory since first appearing in U.S. records in 1880. Its peak year was 1880, the earliest year of data collection. The name has maintained consistent usage, particularly in states like South Carolina, Florida, and North Carolina. Salomon offers a distinctive alternative to the more common Solomon while preserving its timeless meaning.
Salomon is a variant of Solomon, from the Hebrew name Shelomoh, derived from shalom (peace). It appears in the Old Testament as the wise king of Israel. The Latin form Salomon was used in medieval Europe, and the name remained common among Jewish and Christian communities. In France and Germany, Salomon was a traditional given name, often Latinized in records.
Where Salomon is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Salomon” around the world
Where Salomon lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sal, Solly, Moni
Sibling names for Salomon
Names that share Salomon's style, for a brother or sister.
