Psalm

“English”

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 50% boys♀ 50% girls

#1484US 2023

121Births / yr

↑Rising

256All-time births

📅 Since 199900

How to pronounce Psalm

SAHLM

/ˈsɑlm/ · stress on SAHLM · 1 syllable

“English”

American origin · Unisex name

What does Psalm mean and where does it come from?

The name Psalm draws inspiration from the Biblical Psalms, which are a collection of religious songs, prayers, and poems found in the Book of Psalms in the Old Testament. As a given name, it has become more popular in contemporary times, reflecting a trend toward unconventional and spiritually signi

Cultural significance

Psalm has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #6756 in 2020 — currently #1484 in the US.

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How else can you spell Psalm?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Psalm?

Psalm works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Psalm Grace

How popular is Psalm right now?

Rising fast — up 531 spots — currently #1484 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#1484 · Top 1.1%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1484	121	▲ up 531 · +59% births
2022	#2015	76	▲ up 277 · +25% births
2021	#2292	61	▲ up 4464 · +259% births
2020	#6756	17	▲ up 3144 · +55% births
2015	#9900	11	▲ up 8447 · +120% births
2010	#18347	5	▼ down 1309
2000	#17038	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Psalm

Best Year2023Rank #1484

Peak Count121

Average Rank#8262

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Psalm

Psalm is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1999. With 256 total births recorded, Psalm remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #17038 in 2000 to #1484 in 2023. Psalm is used for both genders: 50% female and 50% male.

Names that peaked alongside Psalm in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Psalm by decade

Psalm peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	10
2000s	64
2010s ★	126
2020s	56

💎Psalm has only 256 total recorded births since 1999 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Psalm?

Common

PsaPsiePsy

What names sound and feel like Psalm?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Psalm also consider these

Psalms

American · English

Halm

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Pamm

American · English

Sam

American · A diminutive of

Pam

American · Honey

Realm

English · kingdom, area of

Gramm

American · A beloved name

Plas

American · derived from an

Common questions about the name Psalm

What does the name Psalm mean?

Psalm means "English" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Psalm?

Psalm is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Psalm have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Psalm?

Psalm originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Psalm?

Psalm is a one-syllable name pronounced S AA1 L M. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

How does Psalm sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Psalm flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Psalm ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.