Salam
About Salam
Salam is a meaningful masculine name of Arabic origin that directly translates to 'peace' or 'peace be upon you.' It comes from the same Semitic root as the Hebrew word 'shalom.' The name holds special significance in Islamic culture as 'As-Salaam' is one of the 99 names of Allah, meaning 'The Source of Peace.' Salam is used across many Muslim-majority countries and has gained modest international recognition for its positive meaning and spiritual significance. The name crosses cultural boundaries easily due to its simple pronunciation and universal message, making it appealing to families seeking a name with deep spiritual roots and peaceful connotations.
Pronounced suh-LAHM.
As of October 2026, Salam ranked #10689 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #7147 in 2003.
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Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Salam on lists
Famous Salams
- Abdus Salam
theoretical physicist and Nobel prize winner
Salam in pop culture
- The god
Salam. He is worshipped by Salamists.