Sholom
boy name#2718 in 2025Sholom entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #2159 in 1984, ranks #2718 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
#2718
rank today
#2159
peak (1984)
47
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4179 |
| 1940s | #3712 |
| 1950s | #3168 |
| 1960s | #3646 |
| 1970s | #4018 |
| 1980s | #3270 |
| 1990s | #3655 |
| 2000s | #3348 |
| 2010s | #2934 |
| 2020s | #2763 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sholom has been most popular in NY, NJ, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Sholom are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sholom alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sholom in 2025?
- Sholom ranks #2718 among US boy names in 2025, with 47 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sholom most popular?
- Sholom peaked in 1984, reaching #2159 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sholom with classmates?
- Sholom will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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