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Salahuddin
Salahuddin Pronunciation
Salahuddin is pronounced sah-lah-hoo-DEEN /ˌsɑ.lɑ.huˈdin/Medium
Meaning: From Arabic Salah ad-Din, 'the righteousness, goodness, or integrity of the faith' (salah, 'righteousness', plus din, 'faith/religion')Medium
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History & Origin
Salahuddin comes from Arabic Salah ad-Din, 'the righteousness, goodness, or integrity of the faith' (salah, 'righteousness, goodness', plus din, 'faith, religion'). It is borne with great honor by Saladin (Salah ad-Din al-Ayyubi), the chivalrous 12th-century sultan who led the Muslim armies during the Crusades. A devout, regal name across the Muslim world (said 'sah-lah-hoo-DEEN'; nickname Salah).
In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, the-righteousness-of-the-faith at the root, and regal.
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How do you pronounce Salahuddin?
Salahuddin is pronounced sah-lah-hoo-DEEN (/ˌsɑ.lɑ.huˈdin/). Press play above to hear Salahuddin said aloud.
How do you say Salahuddin?
Salahuddin is said sah-lah-hoo-DEEN (/ˌsɑ.lɑ.huˈdin/). Press play above to hear Salahuddin said aloud.
What does the name Salahuddin mean?
Salahuddin is Arabic for 'the righteousness, goodness, or integrity of the faith' (the name of Saladin).
Is Salahuddin a boy or girl name?
Salahuddin is a boy's name.
How popular is Salahuddin?
Salahuddin is a rare name in the U.S.