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Boy Name

Selim

"From Arabic salim meaning peaceful, safe, or sound."

Ranked #2252 for boys

About the Name Selim

Meaning

From Arabic salim meaning peaceful, safe, or sound.

Origin

Arabic

Gender

Boy

First Letter

S

Boy Rank

#2252

Selim is a boy name of Arabic origin. The name means "From Arabic salim meaning peaceful, safe, or sound." and Currently ranked #2252 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with S or explore other Arabic names.

Popularity Over Time

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1950
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1960
#12
1970
#17
1980
#33
1990
#124
2000
#504
2010
#283
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Selim

  • SI Selim I (Ottoman Sultan)

Names Similar to Selim

Salim

Boy

Peaceful; safe and sound

Saleem

Boy

Peaceful, safe, sound, or wholesome. Derives from Arabic 'salaam' (peace).

Salem

Unisex

Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
5
Starts with
S
Origin
Arabic

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