Salome
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English
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Σαλώμη (Salṓmē), from Hebrew שְׁלוֹמִית (sh'lomít) (belonging to the same root as שָׁלוֹם (shalóm, “peace”)).
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Proper noun
Salome
- A name ascribed to the stepdaughter of Herod who asked for the execution of John the Baptist.
- (biblical) A woman mentioned in Mark 16:1, present at the crucifixion of Christ.
- (rare) A female given name from Ancient Greek , masculine equivalent Solomon
- A census-designated place in La Paz County, Arizona, United States. named after Mrs. Grace Salome Pratt.
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Translations
female given name
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German
Pronunciation
Proper noun
Salome f (genitive Salomes or Salome)
- a female given name from Hebrew
Usage notes
- In German-speaking countries, Salome is most likely given to honor the woman in Mark 16:1.