The nameSalim
Salim is an Arabic name of safety and health.
- Boy's name
- Arabic
Meaning
Salim means "safe, sound" in Arabic.
Origin
Arabic.
History
In England and Wales Salim was 728th in 1996, the first year of the series. In the United States its best rank is 1691st, in 1980.
Popularity of the name Salim
Salim in the United States
Salim was most popular in the United States in the 2010s, with 509 births over the decade, 26% of all recorded babies named Salim. Its rise began around 1967, and it peaked in 2023. Half of all babies named Salim in the United States were born before 2005, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 52 births a year.
Salim in France
Salim was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 2,205 births over the decade, 20% of all recorded babies named Salim. Its rise began around 1962, and it peaked in 2018. Half of all babies named Salim in France were born before 1999. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 210 births a year.
Salim in Belgium
Sibling names for Salim
Names from the same generation as Salim, whose popularity in the United States has followed a similar path.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Salim mean?
Salim means "safe, sound" in Arabic.
What is the origin of the name Salim?
Arabic.
Is Salim a girl's or a boy's name?
Salim is a boy's name.
How popular is the name Salim?
In 2024, Salim was the 2637th most popular name for baby boys in the United States, with 50 births.
What are good sibling names for Salim?
Names from the same generation, with a similar popularity in the United States: Safia, Aziza, Tasnim and Aicha for a sister, Moussa, Adel, Abdallah and Marwan for a brother.