Saleh

Pronunciation: [ s-AHL-ehh ]

Boy Name #1,962 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

A Quranic prophet name meaning righteousness and virtue

Arabic Muslim Swahili South Asian

Spiritual Traditional Strong Classic

Meaning & Origin

"good, pious"

Origin: Arabic

Language: Arabic

The Story of Saleh

Saleh is an Arabic name from the root s-l-h (صلح) meaning righteous, virtuous, or good. In Islamic tradition, Saleh (or Salih) is a prophet mentioned in the Quran who was sent to the people of Thamud. He is known as the Prophet of the She-Camel and is revered across Islamic cultures. The name is one of the 99 beautiful character names in Islamic naming traditions.

Saleh is a consistently popular name throughout the Arab world and among Muslim communities globally. Its Quranic significance makes it a trusted choice for observant families.

Prophet Saleh is mentioned multiple times in the Quran and is particularly revered in Saudi Arabia and Yemen. Naming a son Saleh expresses the aspiration for righteousness and divine favor.

Fun Facts

Prophet Saleh is mentioned in the Quran in seven chapters (surahs)
The Arabic root s-l-h also gives us the word sulh, meaning peace or reconciliation
Saleh is one of the most common names in Yemen and Saudi Arabia

Saleh in Other Languages

Arabic صالح

Persian Saleh

Swahili Saleh

Turkish Salih

Famous People Named Saleh

Ali Abdullah Saleh

Politician

1942

Former President of Yemen who served from 1978 to 2012

Prophet Saleh

Religious

Islamic prophet sent to the people of Thamud, mentioned prominently in the Quran

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #1,962
Total SSA Count: 80
Cultural Origins: Arabic Muslim Swahili South Asian
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Salem #635 Saleem #2078

Common Nicknames

Sal

Pairs Well With

Saleh Ahmad Saleh Mohammed Saleh Ibrahim Saleh Yusuf Saleh Khalid Saleh Tariq

Sibling Names

Mariam Fatima Ibrahim Yusuf Zainab Khalil

Also a Girl Name

Saleh is also used as a girl name, ranked #24844.

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Similar Names

Salem Sami Saleem Alim Selim Salman Islam

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saleh

What does the name Saleh mean?

"good, pious" (from Arabic). Saleh is an Arabic name from the root s-l-h (صلح) meaning righteous, virtuous, or good. In Islamic tradition, Saleh (or Salih) is a prophet mentioned in the Quran who was sent to the people of Thamud. He is known as the Prophet of the She-Camel and is revered across Islamic cultures. The name is one of the 99 beautiful character names in Islamic naming traditions.

What is the origin of the name Saleh?

Saleh has Arabic, Muslim, Swahili, and South Asian origins. In Arabic, it means "good, pious".

Is Saleh a boy or girl name?

Saleh is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1962. As a girl name, it is ranked #24844. Saleh is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Saleh?

Saleh is pronounced s-AHL-ehh.

How popular is the name Saleh?

Saleh is currently ranked #1962 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Saleh?

Common nicknames for Saleh include Sal.

What are good middle names for Saleh?

Popular middle name pairings include Saleh Ahmad, Saleh Mohammed, Saleh Ibrahim, Saleh Yusuf, Saleh Khalid, and Saleh Tariq.

What are good sibling names for Saleh?

Names that pair well with Saleh as siblings include Mariam, Fatima, Ibrahim, Yusuf, Zainab, and Khalil.

How many syllables does Saleh have?

Saleh has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Saleh a common or rare name?

Saleh is an uncommon name, ranked #1962 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Saleh

Saleh is a boy name with Arabic, Muslim, Swahili, and South Asian origins . The name means "good, pious" in Arabic .

Is Saleh a boy or girl name? Saleh is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,962 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #24,844. Saleh is more commonly used as a boy name.

Saleh is currently ranked #1,962 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Saleh has 2 syllables and is pronounced s-AHL-ehh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Saleh include Sal. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Saleh include Salem, Saleem . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.