Solomon
Meaning of Solomon
Solomon is a name that strolls through history wrapped in the mantle of wisdom: born from the Hebrew Shelomoh, it carries the calm meaning of “peace,” and it still echoes with the golden stories of the biblical king who could discern truth as neatly as a sword slices an apple. In Spanish-speaking plazas it becomes Salomón, rolling like a guitar chord, while English speakers often shorten it to the sunny nickname “Sol,” a cheery wink at the Spanish word for “sun.” The name’s popularity in the United States has moved like a steady heartbeat—hovering for decades in the middle of the charts—proof that parents keep returning to its timeless blend of gravitas and approachability. Literary giants, jazz legends, and even modern filmmakers have borrowed its luster, each adding a new thread to its rich tapestry. Warm yet dignified, Solomon invites a child to grow into a peacemaker who can sprinkle a little old-world charm on a brand-new life—no royal throne required, though a toy crown in the nursery never hurts.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as SAHL-uh-mun (/ˈsɑləmən/)
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Notable People Named Solomon
| Solomon Burke - Solomon Vincent McDonald Burke was a pioneering American singer who bridged rhythm and blues and soul music in the 1960s. |
| Solomon Northup, a freeborn New York violinist and abolitionist, wrote Twelve Years a Slave after being kidnapped in 1841 and enslaved in Louisiana for nearly 12 years before regaining his freedom in 1853. |
| Solomon ibn Gabirol was an 11th-century Jewish poet and philosopher celebrated for his extensive writings and the legendary tale of creating a female golem for household tasks. |
| Solomon Linda was a South African musician who composed "Mbube," the song that became "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" and gave its name to the Mbube music style. |
| Solomon Schechter, a Moldavian born British American rabbi and scholar, led the Jewish Theological Seminary, founded the United Synagogue of America, shaped Conservative Judaism, and advanced study of the Cairo Geniza. |
| Solomon Thomas is an American defensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys, a Stanford standout drafted third overall by the 49ers in 2017 who has also played for the Las Vegas Raiders and New York Jets. |
| Solomon Asante, a Ghanaian winger for Texoma FC, is a two-time USL MVP and the first player to achieve 50 goals and 50 assists in the league. |
| Solomon Kalushi Mahlangu was a South African freedom fighter executed in 1979 for his role in murders as an ANC operative. |
| Solomon Laurent Juneau was a French Canadian fur trader and politician who co-founded Milwaukee, Wisconsin. |
| Solomon Robert Guggenheim was an American businessman and art collector who founded the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation and Museum in New York City. |
| Solomon Blatt Sr. - Solomon Blatt was a South Carolina Democratic legislator who served as the second longest-serving Speaker of the House and evolved from an ardent segregationist to changing his views on race later in life. |
| Solomon Van Rensselaer - Solomon van Vechten van Rensselaer was a U.S. representative from New York, a War of 1812 lieutenant colonel, and Albany's postmaster for 17 years. |
| Solomon Jones III is a former 6'10" American professional basketball player who played power forward and center, attending Daytona State College and the University of South Florida before being drafted by the Atlanta Hawks in 2006. |
| Solomon Naibei Busendich, a Kenyan long-distance runner, won the 2006 Amsterdam Marathon in his debut. |
| Solomon Hillen Jr. served as a U.S. Representative from Maryland and as the mayor of Baltimore. |
