Shem

Name, renown

GenderBoyOriginHebrewSay itSHEMPopularityUncommon
Pronounced SHEM

About the name Shem

Shem was one of Noah's three sons, traditionally regarded as the ancestor of the Semitic peoples. His name, meaning 'name' or 'renown,' is short and historically rich.

Reputable and grounded, someone who builds a name worth remembering.

Fun fact

The word 'Semitic,' referring to a family of languages including Hebrew and Arabic, derives from Shem's name.

Variations

SemShema

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