Name Profile
Shem
"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin
BoyUnknown1 syllable
About Shem
Shem appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1954 through 2020. It does not appear in the 2024 top 1,000 list for boys, but it remains part of the official historical record. Across available SSA years, the name appears 689 times.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationShem
Syllables1
Nicknames for Shem
Shem is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Shem is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys.. Parents often choose Shem for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Shem had — births in .
Middle Name Ideas
- Shem James
- Shem Alexander
- Shem Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Shem mean?
Shem means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.
Is Shem a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Shem is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
How is Shem pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Shem.