Saleem Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Saleem is an Arabic name meaning 'peaceful' or 'safe'. It originates from the Arabic root 's-l-m' and has evolved through various forms in Islamic tradition. The name is associated with positive traits such as health and peace, and it lacks any biblical relevance. Saleem has been historically popular in Arabic-speaking cultures and remains well-regarded in modern times.
The name Saleem is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Saleem has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Saleem' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2440th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2332nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2841st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2584th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Saleem' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Saleem"
Pronunciation
/səˈliːm/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Saleem derives from the Arabic root 's-l-m', which means 'to be safe' or 'to be at peace'. It is often associated with qualities such as health and safety.
Meaning
peaceful, safe, healthy
Language Evolution
Salim (Arabic), Saleem (Arabic), Salim (Islamic tradition)
Historical Usage
The name Saleem has been used in Arabic-speaking cultures and Islamic communities for centuries. It gained popularity in various regions during the spread of Islam.
Variants & Derivatives
Salim, Salimah (feminine), Selim
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Saleem is viewed positively, often associated with qualities of peace and health. It remains a popular name in many Muslim-majority countries.
Famous People
Saleem Khan (Indian film producer), Saleem Al-Hoss (Lebanese politician), Saleem I (Ottoman Sultan)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Saleem"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Saleem"
"Saleem" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2440th of 10718 | 251 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2332nd of 16616 | 442 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2841st of 24088 | 591 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2584th of 23106 | 603 |
Regional Popularity of "Saleem" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
28.22% 983rd/3483 |
- |
53.07% 2146th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
21.72% 972nd/4475 |
- |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
24.03% 1241st/5164 |
56.19% 4109th/7313 |
45.34% 3384th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
76.51% 3048th/3984 |
28.93% 1298th/4487 |
55.69% 3799th/6822 |
50.32% 3158th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Saleem" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Saleem"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Saleem" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.