Saalih
Saalih is a Muslim boy name meaning “Righteous, virtuous”.
| Meaning | Righteous, virtuous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | صالح |
| Pronunciation | SAA-lih |
| Arabic root | ص ل ح (ṣ-l-ḥ) — to be good, righteous |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Saalih
Saalih is a spelling of Ṣāliḥ, 'righteous, good'. It is the name of the Prophet Ṣāliḥ, sent to the people of Thamūd, whose story of the she-camel is told several times in the Quran. The name has been used by Muslims since the earliest centuries.
Is Saalih a Muslim name?
Yes. Saalih is a Muslim name, the name of a Prophet mentioned in the Quran.
Is Saalih in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And to Thamud [We sent] their brother Salih' (Quran 7:73).
Where is the name Saalih used?
Used across the Muslim world; Saleh in the Gulf and Salih in Turkey and the Balkans.
Gifts with the name Saalih
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saalih mean?
Saalih means 'Righteous, virtuous'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Saalih a Muslim name?
Yes. Saalih is a Muslim name, the name of a Prophet mentioned in the Quran.
How do you write Saalih in Arabic?
Saalih is written صالح in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Saalih?
Saalih is pronounced SAA-lih.
Is Saalih mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And to Thamud [We sent] their brother Salih' (Quran 7:73).