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At a Glance: Name: Absalom – Meaning: father of peace – Origin: Hebrew – Gender: primarily used for boys
Absalom is a Hebrew name meaning "father of peace." It's a rare choice in the U.S., given to just 10 babies in 2024, so a child named Absalom is unlikely to share the name with a classmate.
Meaning & Origin of Absalom
Meaning: Father of peace.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary.
Popularity of Absalom
Absalom has never been common in Social Security records: it peaked at #4191 in 1974 with 7 babies, and in 2024 it ranked #7735 with 10 babies.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1971–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Absalom mean?
Father of peace. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Absalom)
Is Absalom a popular name right now?
Absalom peaked at #4191 in 1974 and is ranked #7735 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1971–2024.)
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