Salih
Salih 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 Salih
Salih is the name of a prophet sent to the people of Thamūd, who called them to worship God alone and was given the she-camel as a sign. The word ṣāliḥ itself means righteous and upright. The name is used everywhere in the Muslim world, as Saleh in the Arab world and Iran, Salih in Turkey and the Balkans, and Salihu among the Hausa.
Is Salih a Muslim name?
Yes. Salih is a Muslim name, the name of a prophet mentioned in the Quran, meaning righteous.
Is Salih in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And to Thamūd [We sent] their brother Ṣāliḥ' (Quran 11:61).
Where is the name Salih used?
Used throughout the Muslim world, often as Saleh in the Gulf and Yemen and Salih in Turkey and Bosnia.
Gifts with the name Salih
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Spellings and variants of Salih
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Salih mean?
Salih means 'Righteous, virtuous'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Salih a Muslim name?
Yes. Salih is a Muslim name, the name of a prophet mentioned in the Quran, meaning righteous.
How do you write Salih in Arabic?
Salih is written صالح in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Salih?
Salih is pronounced SAA-lih.
Is Salih mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And to Thamūd [We sent] their brother Ṣāliḥ' (Quran 11:61).