Sokhom

Meaning of Sokhom

Sokhom, a unisex given name deeply embedded within the Khmer linguistic and cultural heritage, conveys aspirational notions of well-being and moral rectitude and is pronounced so-KHOM (/soˈkɔm/) in its source language. In Cambodian tradition, the name is often associated with auspiciousness and communal harmony, underscoring values that have persisted through successive generations. Although its prevalence in the United States remains limited—first recorded in federal newborn statistics in 1987 with seven occurrences (ranked 710) followed by six occurrences in 1988 (ranked 722)—it continues to attract parents who favor names that combine distinctive phonetic character with substantive cultural resonance. Its status as a genuinely unisex appellation aligns with evolving Anglo-American naming practices that embrace gender neutrality, thereby enhancing Sokhom’s appeal to those seeking a name of both scholarly gravitas and cross-cultural significance.

Pronunciation

Khmer

• Pronunced as so-KHOM (/soˈkɔm/)

• Sokhoeun
• Sokha
• Sokheng
• Sokun
• Sokhae
• Sokhary
• Sokheang