Saleem
Saleem is a Muslim boy name meaning “Sound, whole, safe; pure of heart”.
| Meaning | Sound, whole, safe; pure of heart |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سليم |
| Pronunciation | sa-LEEM |
| Arabic root | س ل م (s-l-m) — to be safe, sound |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Saleem
Saleem is the South Asian spelling of Arabic salīm, sound, whole and free from harm. In the Quran the 'sound heart' is the one thing that will benefit a person on the Day of Judgment, which gives the name a spiritual depth. The Mughal emperor Jahangir was born Salīm, and Ottoman sultans Selim carried the Turkish form.
Is Saleem a Muslim name?
Yes. Saleem is a Muslim name meaning sound and whole, linked to the Quranic idea of a sound heart.
Is Saleem in the Quran?
Ibrāhīm prays about the Day 'when neither wealth nor children will benefit, except one who comes to Allah with a sound heart (qalbin salīm)' (Quran 26:88–89).
Where is the name Saleem used?
This spelling is common in Pakistan and India; Salim and Selim are used elsewhere.
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Spellings and variants of Saleem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saleem mean?
Saleem means 'Sound, whole, safe; pure of heart'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Saleem a Muslim name?
Yes. Saleem is a Muslim name meaning sound and whole, linked to the Quranic idea of a sound heart.
How do you write Saleem in Arabic?
Saleem is written سليم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Saleem?
Saleem is pronounced sa-LEEM.
Is Saleem mentioned in the Quran?
Ibrāhīm prays about the Day 'when neither wealth nor children will benefit, except one who comes to Allah with a sound heart (qalbin salīm)' (Quran 26:88–89).