Selam
/SE-am/ Western Male
Meaning & Origin
Selam is a Western name meaning "Selam primarily means "peace" in multiple languages. It can also signify wholeness and well-being.". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Albania, Angola, Austria, BE. Selam is derived from the Semitic root S-L-M, which signifies peace, wholeness, safety, and submission. It appears in languages like Arabic, Hebrew, and Amharic.
Quick Facts
Language Western
Gender Male
Phonetic SE-am
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as SE-am. Keep the original Western phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Selam
- · Selam Tesfaye - Ethiopian actress
- · Selam Bekele - Ethiopian long-distance runner
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