Pious, righteous, or virtuous
Salih is an Arabic name derived from the root s-l-h, meaning to be good or right. In Islamic tradition, Salih was a prophet sent to the people of Thamud, known for his wisdom and righteousness. It is a name that carries a strong sense of moral integrity and spiritual devotion.
Less common today
Salih isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,835 in 2017.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A prophet mentioned in the Quran · The Quran
Prominent Kurdish poet and writer
Syrian Kurdish political leader
Turkish professional footballer
