Peace, calm, safety
Pronunciation: SAY-luhm
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Salem is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Peace". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: SAY-luhm. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.
Source Language
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Σαλήμ
Σαλήμ, ειρήνη, αρμονία
Pronunciation
English Pronunciation
SAY-luhm
IPA
/ˈseɪləm/
Origin
Root Origin
Biblical
Language Usage
Religion
Lucky Details
Lucky Number
7
Lucky Day
(Saturday)
Lucky Colors
Lucky Stone
Rose Quartz
Life Path Number
3
Personality
Spiritual
Cultural Context
Historical Usage
Historical records show that In the Bible, Salem is the city where Abraham met Melchizedek. The name Salem carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
2nd millennium BCE
Famous People
Historical Figures & Cultural References
Translations
Additional language translations available for this name.
Salem
City of peace, harmony, and tranquility
שלם
שלום, שלם, העיר שלם
Σαλήμ
Σαλήμ, ειρήνη, αρμονία
Salem
Salem, pax, harmonia, urbs pacis
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