Saleh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Saleh is an Arabic name meaning righteousness and virtue. It evolved from the Arabic form صالح (Ṣāliḥ) and has variants like Salih and Salah. The name is associated with positive traits and has been popular in Muslim cultures for centuries. It does not have biblical relevance but is recognized for its moral significance.
The name Saleh is most popular in New York, 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Saleh has been too falling for male in MidWest, 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, 'Saleh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6253rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3110th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2913th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2098th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Saleh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Saleh"
Pronunciation
/ˈsɑːlɛh/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Saleh is derived from the Arabic root 'ص-ل-ح' which means 'to be good' or 'to be righteous'. It is often associated with moral integrity and virtue.
Meaning
righteous, good, virtuous
Language Evolution
صالح (Ṣāliḥ) - Arabic, Saleh - Latinized form, Salih - alternate transliteration
Historical Usage
The name Saleh has been used in Islamic cultures for centuries and is often associated with several figures in Islamic history. It gained popularity in the Muslim world due to its virtuous meaning.
Variants & Derivatives
Salih, Salah, Sali
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Saleh is viewed positively and is commonly used among Arabic-speaking populations. It suggests a person of good character.
Famous People
Saleh Al-Mansoori - Emirati politician, Saleh Abdeslam - Belgian criminal, Saleh Ali al-Sammad - Yemeni politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Saleh"
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 "Saleh"
"Saleh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6253rd of 10718 | 38 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3110th of 16616 | 292 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2913th of 24088 | 571 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2098th of 23106 | 819 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Saleh" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
50.61% 2265th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
44.61% 2044th/4582 |
33.91% 1751st/5164 |
- |
32.79% 2447th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
35.32% 1407th/3984 |
31.96% 1434th/4487 |
49.15% 3353rd/6822 |
32.12% 2016th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Saleh" 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 "Saleh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Saleh" 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.