Salavat
Salavat is a Muslim boy name meaning “Blessings, prayers (for the Prophet ﷺ)”.
| Meaning | Blessings, prayers (for the Prophet ﷺ) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Bashkir / Tatar form |
| Arabic spelling | صلوات |
| Pronunciation | sah-lah-VAHT |
| Arabic root | ص ل و (ṣ-l-w) — prayer, blessing |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Salavat
Salavat is the Bashkir and Tatar form of the Arabic ṣalawāt, the prayers of blessing recited for the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It is the national hero's name of Bashkortostan, after Salavat Yulaev, who fought in Pugachev's uprising in the 1770s. The city of Salavat and a famous hockey club are named after him.
Is Salavat a Muslim name?
Yes. Salavat is a Muslim name from the Arabic ṣalawāt, blessings on the Prophet ﷺ, used mostly by Bashkirs and Tatars.
Where is the name Salavat used?
Common in Bashkortostan and Tatarstan.
Gifts with the name Salavat
- Salavat name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Salavat baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a small commission from these links, at no extra cost to you.
Spellings and variants of Salavat
Read more
More boy names like Salavat
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Salavat mean?
Salavat means 'Blessings, prayers (for the Prophet ﷺ)'. It comes from Arabic, Bashkir / Tatar form.
Is Salavat a Muslim name?
Yes. Salavat is a Muslim name from the Arabic ṣalawāt, blessings on the Prophet ﷺ, used mostly by Bashkirs and Tatars.
How do you write Salavat in Arabic?
Salavat is written صلوات in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Salavat?
Salavat is pronounced sah-lah-VAHT.