Salim

sah-LEEM

Arabic

"safe"

Salim Origin and Meaning

The name Salim is a boy's name of Arabic origin meaning "safe".

Distinguished by association with renowned African diplomat Salim Ahmed Salim, this name is popular in many variations throughout the Arab world. Its use is growing in the US as well, especially in its Salem version.

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The name Salim in Pop Culture

• Salim Malik elder brother in Danny Boyle film "Slumdog Millionaire"
• Salim Bradley character in "Fullmetal Alchemist"