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Shalim

♂ Boy

Pronounced shah-LEEM /ʃɑːˈliːm/Low

Meaning: Shalim reads most naturally as a variant of Salim or Saleem, from the Arabic root s-l-m, 'to be safe or whole' - the same root behind salaam, 'peace,' and Islam. It can also be heard as a modern Sha- plus -lim blend. Either way its core sense is peace and soundness; we keep it reverent.Low

In 30 seconds: Shalim is a variant of Salim/Saleem (Arabic, 'safe, sound') or a Sha- plus -lim blend. A rare boy's name (said shah-LEEM).
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Origin LowArabic, American
MeaningShalim reads most naturally as a variant of Salim or Saleem, from the Arabic root s-l-m, 'to be safe or whole' - the same root behind salaam, 'peace,' and Islam. It can also be heard as a modern Sha- plus -lim blend. Either way its core sense is peace and soundness; we keep it reverent.
U.S. rank (2006)#11825 ↘ Falling
2006 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2004
Total births (all-time)≈ 45

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200420022006

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

Shalim is best understood as a variant of the Arabic Salim or Saleem, 'safe, sound, whole,' from the root s-l-m that also yields salaam, 'peace.' It can additionally be read as a modern Sha- plus -lim blend. We treat its Arabic root with respect and note both readings rather than inventing a single origin.

It has always been rare, given to only about fifteen boys a year even at its small peak in the mid two-thousands. A boy named Shalim then is now in his twenties.

Did you know? The root inside Shalim, the Arabic s-l-m, is one of the most peaceful in any language - it gives salaam, 'peace,' and shapes the name's core meaning of being safe and whole.
Overall data confidence 50%
References - Shalim — Variant of Salim/Saleem; Arabic s-l-m 'safe/sound/whole'; handled reverently; moderate confidence.

Variations

SalimSaleemShaleemSelim

Nicknames

ShalLim

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Shalim mean?

It is a variant of Salim/Saleem, from the Arabic root meaning 'safe, sound, whole' (the root of salaam, 'peace'), or a Sha- plus -lim blend.

How do you pronounce Shalim?

It is said shah-LEEM /ʃɑːˈliːm/ - two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Shalim a boy or girl name?

Shalim is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Shalim?

It has always been rare in the United States, given to only about fifteen boys a year even at its peak in the mid two-thousands.

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