Salim
سليمSound; unharmed
Boy namesMeaning of Salim
Sound; unharmed
About the name Salim
Salim comes from the Arabic root s-l-m and can describe someone safe, sound or healthy. The precise shade depends on context. As a given name, the word’s meaning is a hope or association, not a medical promise.
At a glance
- Usage
- Boy names
- Origin
- Arabic
- First Arabic letter
- س
- Arabic letters
- 4
- Pronunciation guide
- sa-LEEM
- Other spellings
- Selim · Saleem
How to write and say Salim
- In Arabic
- سليم
- In Latin letters
- Salim
This pronunciation guide is approximate and varies between families and languages. Use one consistent spelling on your child’s official documents.
Why consider the name Salim?
- Its Arabic sense is linked with safety and well-being.
- Compare Salim, Saleem and Selim before choosing the form for official records.
Sources & further reading
Wiktionary · سليم ↗Questions about Salim
What does Salim mean?
Sound; unharmed
How do you write Salim in Arabic and Latin letters?
The forms shown here are سليم in Arabic and Salim in Latin letters. The official form may differ by country and family.
Are there other spellings of Salim?
Our recorded alternatives are Selim · Saleem. Similar spellings do not always share an origin, so check the form you intend to use.
How is Salim pronounced?
Our approximate guide is sa-LEEM. Actual pronunciation varies by family and language.
Does Salim promise good health?
No. “Safe” and “healthy” are senses of the Arabic adjective; they do not predict anyone’s health.