Abdul-Salam
Abdul-Salam is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the Source of Peace”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Source of Peace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد السلام |
| Pronunciation | ab-dus-sa-LAAM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | North Africa, Nigeria, Somalia, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Salam
Safety and peace are the meanings of the root s-l-m, the same root that gives the word islam and the greeting al-salamu alaykum. Al-Salam is God as Peace itself, the source from which all security comes. Abdul-Salam is a servant of that Peace. North African families often spell it Abdesalam, Nigerians write Abdulsalam, and in Central Asia it becomes Abdusalom.
Is Abdul-Salam a Muslim name?
Because al-Salam is one of the Quran's names for God, this is a fully Islamic choice; it appears in 'the King, the Most Holy, the Peace' (Quran 59:23).
How popular is Abdul-Salam?
Libya, Morocco, Nigeria, Somalia and South Asia all use it widely, and Central Asians say Abdusalom.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Salam mean?
Abdul-Salam means 'Servant of the Source of Peace'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdul-Salam a Muslim name?
Because al-Salam is one of the Quran's names for God, this is a fully Islamic choice; it appears in 'the King, the Most Holy, the Peace' (Quran 59:23).
How do you pronounce Abdul-Salam?
Abdul-Salam is pronounced ab-dus-sa-LAAM.
Is Abdul-Salam a boy or girl name?
Abdul-Salam is usually a boy name.