Saleh
Saleh is a Muslim boy name meaning “Righteous, virtuous”.
| Meaning | Righteous, virtuous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | صالح |
| Pronunciation | SAA-leh |
| Arabic root | ص ل ح (ṣ-l-ḥ) — to be good, righteous |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Saleh
Saleh (Ṣāliḥ) means 'righteous' or 'good', and it is the name of a prophet sent to the people of Thamud, whose story of the she-camel is told in several surahs. The name is popular across the Muslim world, particularly in Saudi Arabia, Yemen and Iraq, and the Turkish form is Salih.
Is Saleh a Muslim name?
Yes. Saleh is the name of the Prophet Ṣāliḥ mentioned in the Quran. It is a fully Islamic name meaning 'righteous'.
Is Saleh in the Quran?
The Quran says, 'And to Thamūd We sent their brother Ṣāliḥ' (Quran 7:73).
Where is the name Saleh used?
Common across the Muslim world, especially in Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Iraq and Turkey (Salih).
Gifts with the name Saleh
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saleh mean?
Saleh means 'Righteous, virtuous'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Saleh a Muslim name?
Yes. Saleh is the name of the Prophet Ṣāliḥ mentioned in the Quran. It is a fully Islamic name meaning 'righteous'.
How do you write Saleh in Arabic?
Saleh is written صالح in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Saleh?
Saleh is pronounced SAA-leh.
Is Saleh mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says, 'And to Thamūd We sent their brother Ṣāliḥ' (Quran 7:73).