Rising since 1991, #3,757 for boys today.
Popularity of Shloime since 1982
Babies named Shloime per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 37 |
| 1990s | 60 |
| 2000s | 185 |
| 2010s | 202 |
| 2020s | 129 |
Meaning & origin
Shloime is a Yiddish form of Solomon, recorded in U.S. data since 1982. Its popularity has been rising since 1991, and in 2025 it reached its peak rank at 3,757, with about 1 in 58,899 boys receiving the name. The name is most common in communities with Yiddish-speaking or Orthodox Jewish heritage. Shloime remains a distinctive choice, reflecting a strong cultural tradition while its steady but low usage keeps it from becoming widespread.
Shloime is a Yiddish form of Solomon, derived from the Hebrew name Shlomo (שְׁלֹמֹה), meaning 'peace.' The name Solomon is rooted in the Hebrew word shalom. Shloime has been used historically within Ashkenazi Jewish communities, especially in Eastern Europe, as a vernacular equivalent. It remains a traditional choice among Orthodox Jewish families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shloimie, Shlomie
Sibling names for Shloime
Names that share Shloime's style, for a brother or sister.
