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Current rank (2024)#11318
Babies named Sem in 20246
Total recorded214
Peak year2006 (12 babies)
Highest rank ever#6050
Years in records1982–2024 (30 years of data)

Frequently asked about Sem

What does the name Sem mean?
Sem means “Whole, universal; rival” from English (diminutive) roots.
What is the origin of the name Sem?
Sem has English (diminutive) origin. The traditional meaning is “Whole, universal; rival”.
How popular is Sem?
Sem ranked #11318 in 2024 — given to 6 babies that year.
When was Sem most popular?
Sem peaked in 2006 with 12 babies registered that year.
Is Sem a boy or girl name?
Sem is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Sems in registered births are male.
How long has Sem been recorded?
Sem appears in birth records across 30 years — from 1982 through 2024.

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