Righteousness of the faith
Derived from the Arabic elements 'salah' meaning righteousness or goodness, and 'al-din' meaning religion or faith. It is a name of great historical significance, famously borne by the 12th-century Sultan who unified the Muslim world. It represents a commitment to moral integrity and spiritual devotion.
Less common today
Salahuddin isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,284 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
First Sultan of Egypt and Syria, known in the West as Saladin
Bangladeshi politician and former minister
The 11th Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia
