Salem
/SAY-luhm/ Arabic Male
Meaning & Origin
Salem is a Arabic name meaning "Secure, peace". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, Angola, Argentina, Austria. While the exact origin is debated, it is often linked to the Hebrew word "Shalom" meaning "peace."
Quick Facts
Language Arabic
Gender Male
Phonetic SAY-luhm
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as SAY-luhm. 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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