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Salim

♂ Boy

Pronounced sa-LEEM /sa.ˈliːm/Medium

Meaning: Safe, sound, intactMedium

In 30 seconds: Salim is an Arabic boy's name meaning 'safe, sound, and intact'.
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Origin MediumArabic, Urdu
MeaningSafe, sound, intact
U.S. rank (2024)#2654 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births50 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,945

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319602024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Salim comes from Arabic and carries the idea of being whole, unharmed, and at peace. It is a long-established name across the Arab world and beyond, used widely from Lebanon to South Asia. Lebanese statesman Salim al-Huss, a four-time Prime Minister, is one well-known bearer.

The name travels through many spellings depending on language and region, including Saleem, Salem, and the Turkish Selim. Indian screenwriter Salim Khan, half of the famed Salim–Javed writing duo, shows its reach into film as well as politics.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Salim is 'safe, sound, intact', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name - Salim — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

SaleemSalemSälimSəlimSelim

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Salim al-Huss (1929–2024)
    Lebanese politician, four-time Prime Minister.
  • ★Salim Khan (1935–present)
    Indian screenwriter, half of Salim–Javed duo.

If you like Salim…

Saleem— A variation of Salim with the same Arabic root and 'safe, sound' meaning.
Selim— The Turkish form of Salim, listed among its variations.
Salem— A variation of Salim sharing the same root for peace and wholeness.
Salman— From the same Arabic root for safety and soundness as Salim.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Salim mean?

Salim is usually explained as meaning 'safe, sound, intact' and is most often linked with Arabic tradition.

How do you pronounce Salim?

It's commonly said sa-LEEM /sa.ˈliːm/.

Is Salim a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Salim is used as a boy name.

How popular is Salim?

In 2024, Salim ranked #2654 in the U.S. for boys, with 50 births recorded.

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