Salman
Salman is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Safe, at peace”.
| Meaning | Safe, at peace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | سلمان |
| Pronunciation | sal-MAAN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Salman
Salman is an Arabic name built on the root of safety and peace. Its best-loved bearer is Salmān al-Fārisī, a Companion from Persia who left home in search of the truth and accepted Islam in Madinah. During the Battle of the Trench his advice to dig a ditch around the city saved it. In modern times the name is also carried by King Salman of Saudi Arabia.
Is Salman a Muslim name?
Salman is an Islamic name honoured through the Companion Salmān al-Fārisī.
How popular is Salman?
It is a favourite throughout the Muslim world and is heard especially often in the Gulf, Iran, Pakistan and India.
Gifts with the name Salman
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Spellings and variants of Salman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Salman mean?
Salman means 'Safe, at peace'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Salman a Muslim name?
Salman is an Islamic name honoured through the Companion Salmān al-Fārisī.
How do you pronounce Salman?
Salman is pronounced sal-MAAN.
Is Salman a boy or girl name?
Salman is usually a boy name.