Paid, recompensed, or peaceful
Meshilem is a variant of the Hebrew name Meshullam. It is derived from the root 'shalam', which relates to being complete, making amends, or finding peace. In biblical contexts, it often signifies a child given as a replacement or a reward.
About 11 boys were named Meshilem in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A common name in the Old Testament, including a high priest and a builder of the Jerusalem wall
