Selim
/SEH-leem/ Arabic Male
Meaning & Origin
Selim is a Arabic name meaning "Selim often means "safe," "peaceful," "undamaged," or "healthy."". Selim is believed to be of Arabic origin, derived from the root "s-l-m," which relates to peace, safety, and submission to God.
Quick Facts
Language Arabic
Gender Male
Phonetic SEH-leem
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as SEH-leem. Keep the original Arabic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Selim
- · Selim I - Ottoman Sultan
- · Selim II - Ottoman Sultan
- · Selim Sesler - Turkish Clarinetist
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