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