Salam
Salam is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Peace, safety”.
| Meaning | Peace, safety |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سلام |
| Pronunciation | sa-LAAM |
| Arabic root | س ل م (s-l-m) — to be safe, at peace |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Salam
Salam is Arabic salām, peace, the word in the Muslim greeting al-salāmu ʿalaykum. In the Levant and Iraq it is usually a girl's name, while elsewhere it is given to boys too. The Jewish scholar of Madinah who accepted Islam, ʿAbdullāh ibn Salām, is the best-known person linked to it. The old meaning 'leader, general' is incorrect.
Is Salam a Muslim name?
Yes. Salam is a Muslim name meaning peace, linked to al-Salām, one of the names of God.
Is Salam in the Quran?
The Quran says the greeting in Paradise will be peace: 'Their greeting therein will be: Peace (salām)' (Quran 14:23).
Where is the name Salam used?
Common in Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, Jordan and Iraq, often for girls.
Gifts with the name Salam
- Salam name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Salam baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Salam
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Salam mean?
Salam means 'Peace, safety'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Salam a Muslim name?
Yes. Salam is a Muslim name meaning peace, linked to al-Salām, one of the names of God.
How do you write Salam in Arabic?
Salam is written سلام in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Salam?
Salam is pronounced sa-LAAM.
Is Salam mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says the greeting in Paradise will be peace: 'Their greeting therein will be: Peace (salām)' (Quran 14:23).