Salem

Type Settlement
Usage English, Biblical
Scripts שָׁלֵם(Ancient Hebrew)
Pronounced Pron. SAY-ləm(English)  [key·IPA]

Meaning & History

From Hebrew שָׁלֵם (shalem) meaning "complete, safe, peaceful". This is the name of a town in the Old Testament where Melchizedek was king. It is usually identified with Jerusalem. Several places are named after the biblical town, mostly in America.

Related Names

Other Languages & CulturesShalem(Biblical Hebrew)
Given Name DescendantSalem(English)

Categories

American state capitals, colleges or universities, isograms
Entry added April 5, 2022