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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Father of peace
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- AB-suh-luhm
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.
How to Pronounce Absalom
AB-suh-luhmIPA /ˈæbsələm/
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.
Names Like Absalom
These names have followed a similar path to Absalom in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Absalom mean?
Father of peace. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Absalom?
Absalom is pronounced AB-suh-luhm (IPA: /ˈæbsələm/).
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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