Selman
Selman is a Muslim boy name meaning “Safe, peaceful”.
| Meaning | Safe, peaceful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish / Bosnian form of Arabic Salmān |
| Arabic spelling | سلمان |
| Pronunciation | sel-MAHN |
| Arabic root | س ل م (s-l-m) — safety, peace |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Selman
Selman is the Turkish and Bosnian form of Salmān. The name honours Salmān al-Fārisī, the Persian Companion who travelled across the Middle East searching for truth, accepted Islam in Madinah and proposed digging the trench at the Battle of al-Khandaq. Turkish and Bosnian pronunciation turns the first a into e.
Is Selman a Muslim name?
Yes. Selman is the Turkish form of Salman, the name of the Companion Salman al-Farisi.
Where is the name Selman used?
Common in Turkey, Bosnia and Albania.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Selman mean?
Selman means 'Safe, peaceful'. It comes from Turkish / Bosnian form of Arabic Salmān.
Is Selman a Muslim name?
Yes. Selman is the Turkish form of Salman, the name of the Companion Salman al-Farisi.
How do you write Selman in Arabic?
Selman is written سلمان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Selman?
Selman is pronounced sel-MAHN.