Salome - Unique Girl Names

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Salome

/səˈloʊmi/

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Uncommon

Meaning

peace

The name embodies a longing for harmony and tranquility, often contrasted with its bearer's complex or tragic narratives in historical and artistic depictions.

Symbolism

Salome symbolizes both divine peace and dangerous allure, representing the duality of purity and passion, innocence and transgression, particularly through its association with the biblical dancer.

Etymology: Derived from the Hebrew name 'Shlomith' or related to 'Shalom', meaning 'peace'. It entered Greek as 'Salome' and was used in the New Testament as the name of Herodias' daughter, known for the dance of the seven veils.

Style & Origin

elegant

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european

Cultural Background

Originating in the ancient Near East and prominent in biblical and literary traditions, Salome has b

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