Origin:
Biblical
Hebrew
Sex:Male
Unisex Name?No
Meaning:Name; renown. In the bible, Shem was firstnamed of Noah’s three sons.
Soul Urge:People with the name Shem have a deep inner desire for travel and adventure, and want to set their own pace in life without being governed by tradition.
Expression:People with the name Shem tend to be passionate, compassionate, intuitive, romantic, and to have magnetic personalities. They are usually humanitarian, broadminded and generous, and tend to follow professions where they can serve humanity. Because they are so affectionate and giving, they may be imposed on. They are romantic and easily fall in love, but may be easily hurt and are sometimes quick-tempered.