Shulamit is a female given name of Hebrew origin. It is derived from the Hebrew word "shulamat," which means "peace" or "tranquility." The name is also associated with the biblical character Shulamite, who is mentioned in the Song of Solomon.
The name Shulamit was popularized by the poet Rachel Bluwstein, who wrote a famous poem titled "Shulamit" about a woman who embodies strength and beauty. Today, it remains a popular name among Jews worldwide, especially in Israel where it has been one of the top 100 names for girls since the 1950s.
In Jewish tradition, Shulamit is often associated with the idea of inner peace and serenity. It can be seen as a symbol of harmony between different aspects of oneself or one's community. In fact, the name has been used by some parents hoping to instill these qualities in their daughters from an early age.
The statistics provided show the annual number of births with the name Shulamit in the United States between 1971 and 2013. Over this period, there were a total of 87 babies named Shulamit.
Interestingly, the highest number of births occurred in 1983 with 11 babies named Shulamit. This was also the only year where more than ten babies were given this name during this time frame.
The years with the lowest occurrences were 1971 and 1972, each with only 9 births. However, after these initial years, the number of newborns named Shulamit stabilized around five to seven per year until the early 2000s.
From 2000 onwards, there was a slight decrease in the popularity of the name Shulamit, with an average of five births per year. The most recent data point available is from 2013, where five babies were named Shulamit.
These statistics illustrate how the name Shulamit has seen fluctuations in its popularity over time in the United States but remains a distinct and unique choice for parents nonetheless.