Salem
/SAH-lehm/ Arabic Male
Meaning & Origin
Salem is a Arabic name meaning "Secure, peace". While the exact origin is debated, it is often linked to the Hebrew word "Shalom" meaning "peace."
Quick Facts
Language Arabic
Gender Male
Phonetic SAH-lehm
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as SAH-lehm. Keep the original Arabic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Salem
- · Salem Poor - American Revolutionary War hero
- · Salem Al Fakir - Swedish musician
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