Sholeh
Sholeh is a Muslim boy name meaning “Righteous, pious”.
| Meaning | Righteous, pious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Javanese / Indonesian form of Arabic Salih |
| Arabic spelling | صالح |
| Pronunciation | SHO-leh |
| Arabic root | ص ل ح (ṣ-l-ḥ) — to be good, righteous |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sholeh
Sholeh is the Indonesian and Javanese spelling of the Arabic Ṣāliḥ, 'righteous, good'. Javanese pronunciation renders the Arabic ṣād as 'sh' and the long 'ā' as 'o', the same pattern seen in Sholihah or Sholikhin. Ṣāliḥ is also the name of a prophet sent to the people of Thamud.
Is Sholeh a Muslim name?
Yes. Sholeh is a Muslim name, the Indonesian form of Salih, meaning righteous.
Where is the name Sholeh used?
Used in Indonesia, especially Java, and in Malaysia (Soleh).
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sholeh mean?
Sholeh means 'Righteous, pious'. It comes from Javanese / Indonesian form of Arabic Salih.
Is Sholeh a Muslim name?
Yes. Sholeh is a Muslim name, the Indonesian form of Salih, meaning righteous.
How do you write Sholeh in Arabic?
Sholeh is written صالح in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sholeh?
Sholeh is pronounced SHO-leh.