Salim vs Salem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Salim

Boy #2,657 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"safe, unharmed, peaceful"

Origin: Arabic

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Boy #635 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"peace, complete"

Origin: Hebrew

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Salim Rank #2,657

Salem Rank #635

Salem is more popular, ranked #635 vs #2657 for Salim.

Is Salim or Salem more popular?

Salem is more popular, ranked #635 compared to Salim at #2657 in the United States.

What do Salim and Salem mean?

Salim means "safe, unharmed, peaceful" (Arabic origin). Salem means "peace, complete" (Hebrew origin).

Are Salim and Salem boy or girl names?

Salim is primarily a boy name. Salem is primarily a boy name.