Salem
Salem is a unisex name of Hebrew origin meaning “peace.” It ranked #428 in the United States in 2025. Salem derives from the Hebrew 'shalom' meaning 'peace' and is linked to the ancient name for Jerusalem.
how do you pronounce Salem?
SAY-lem
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what does Salem mean?
The name Salem means “peace.” It comes from the Hebrew language tradition.
Salem derives from the Hebrew 'shalom' meaning 'peace' and is linked to the ancient name for Jerusalem. Despite its association with the Salem witch trials, the name has surged in popularity, embraced for its witchy, atmospheric quality.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #428 |
| 2023 | #470 |
| 2022 | #518 |
| 2021 | #570 |
| 2020 | #628 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Salem?
- Salem (Sabrina the Teenage Witch cat)
- Salem, Massachusetts (historic witch trials city)
- Salem (ancient name related to Jerusalem)
what names are similar to Salem?
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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