Salim
In Arabic: سَالِم
Safe from illness and harm; it carries the meanings of well-being, goodness, and reassurance.
الناجي من السَّقَم والآفَة؛ وفيه معنى السلامة والصلاح والطمأنينة
- Boy name
- Heritage
- Longer
- Strong sound
- Common
- Pan-Arab
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Called at home
سَالِم, come here sweetheart — dinner's ready.
As an adult
Professional intro
Pleased to meet you, I'm سَالِم.
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Questions parents ask
- What does the name Salim mean?
- Safe from illness and harm; it carries the meanings of well-being, goodness, and reassurance.
- Is Salim a boy or a girl name?
- Salim is a boy name.
- How is Salim written in English?
- Salim in Arabic: سَالِم.
- Does Salim fit the father's name?
- Fit depends on the father or family name. Enter it in “Try the name now” on this page and we score the transition, length balance, and cadence.