Peace, harmony, wholeness
Derived from the Hebrew root shin-lamed-mem, Shalom is a profound concept in Jewish culture representing more than just the absence of conflict. It encompasses a sense of completeness, well-being, and prosperity. It is used both as a name and a common greeting or farewell in Israel.
Less common today
Shalom isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,602 in 2021.
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Famous Yiddish playwright and humorist
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US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).