Boy Name
Shem
"Name or fame; Biblical Hebrew name suggesting identity and renown in ancient tradition."
Ranked #6750 for boys
About the Name Shem
Meaning
Name or fame; Biblical Hebrew name suggesting identity and renown in ancient tradition.
Origin
HebrewGender
Boy
First Letter
SBoy Rank
#6750
Shem is a boy name of Hebrew origin. The name means "Name or fame; Biblical Hebrew name suggesting identity and renown in ancient tradition." and Currently ranked #6750 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with S or explore other Hebrew names.
Popularity Over Time
#5 1950
#36 1960
#161 1970
#123 1980
#110 1990
#113 2000
#130 2010
#67 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.