Selim Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Selim has its roots in Arabic, meaning peaceful or safe. It evolved through various forms from Classical Arabic to modern languages like Turkish. Historically, it gained prominence during the Ottoman Empire through influential sultans. The name carries positive traits associated with tranquility and security, and it has no significant biblical associations.
The name Selim is most popular in Florida, 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, Selim has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled 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, 'Selim' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8770th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9851st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5805th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2299th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Selim' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Selim"
Pronunciation
/səˈliːm/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Selim derives from the Arabic root 's-l-m,' which means 'peace, safety, or security.' It is often associated with the concept of a person who is safe or secure.
Meaning
peaceful, safe, secure
Language Evolution
Sālim (Classical Arabic), Selim (Turkish), Salim (Modern Arabic)
Historical Usage
The name Selim gained popularity during the Ottoman Empire, particularly through notable sultans like Selim I and Selim II, who were known for their military conquests and contributions to the empire.
Variants & Derivatives
Salim, Sālim, Selime, Selima
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Selim is viewed positively, often associated with calmness and tranquility. It remains popular in various cultures, particularly in Turkish and Arabic-speaking communities.
Famous People
Selim I (Ottoman Sultan), Selim II (Ottoman Sultan), Selim Atakan (Turkish actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Selim"
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 "Selim"
"Selim" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8770th of 10718 | 12 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9851st of 16616 | 34 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5805th of 24088 | 210 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2299th of 23106 | 717 |
Regional Popularity of "Selim" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
64.60% 3336th/5164 |
- |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
26.54% 1191st/4487 |
31.40% 2142nd/6822 |
29.43% 1847th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Selim" 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 "Selim"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Selim" 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.