Selom

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Name
Selom
Gender
Boy name
Syllables
2

Selom (Sélom) is a shortened form of the West African name Sẹlọmẹ. Its meaning can be translated as 'in God's hand'.

What does the name Selom mean?

Selom (Sélom) is a short form of the West African name Sẹlọmẹ and means in a figurative sense 'in God's hand'. The origin of the name is based on three Nigerian word components: sẹ́ stands for 'God', àlọ̀ for 'hand', and mẹ̀ for 'in'. Additionally, the name means 'village' in Croatian.

Where does the name Selom come from?

Selom is a male first name with Nigerian roots, meaning 'in God's hand'.

How do you pronounce Selom?

Seh-lom

Popularity

In Germany, Selom is a rather rare first name. In 2012, it reached the 3,479th place on the list of the most common male baby names. Between 2010 and 2024, Selom was given as a first name in Germany fewer than 10 times, placing it at 9,082nd. In the last ten years, no child has received this name.

Frequently asked questions about the name Selom

What is the meaning of the name Selom?

Selom means in a figurative sense 'in God's hand'. The name is composed of the Nigerian words sẹ́ (God), àlọ̀ (hand), and mẹ̀ (in).

Where does the name Selom come from?

Selom has Nigerian roots and is a short form of the name Sẹlọmẹ, which appears in various West African languages.

How popular is the name Selom?

Selom is a rather rare name, but it is gaining interest due to its special meaning and origin, especially in cultural and spiritual contexts.

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