Saalih
Saalih is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Righteous, virtuous”.
| Meaning | Righteous, virtuous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | صالح |
| Pronunciation | SAA-lih |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide, Gulf States, Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Saalih
Saalih is a spelling of Salih, meaning righteous and good, from a root about goodness and right conduct. The Quran names Salih as the prophet sent to the people of Thamud, who were given a she-camel as a sign from God. His story is retold in several chapters of the Quran. Muslims have used the name since the earliest centuries of Islam, and it remains a respected, dignified choice.
Is Saalih a Muslim name?
As the name of a Quranic prophet, Saalih has deep roots in Islam: 'And to Thamud [We sent] their brother Salih' (Quran 7:73).
How popular is Saalih?
It is used throughout the Muslim world, with Gulf Arabs writing Saleh and Turks and Balkan Muslims writing Salih.
Gifts with the name Saalih
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Spellings and variants of Saalih
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saalih mean?
Saalih means 'Righteous, virtuous'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Saalih a Muslim name?
As the name of a Quranic prophet, Saalih has deep roots in Islam: 'And to Thamud [We sent] their brother Salih' (Quran 7:73).
How do you pronounce Saalih?
Saalih is pronounced SAA-lih.
Is Saalih a boy or girl name?
Saalih is usually a boy name.