Safe, secure, and whole
Derived from the Arabic root s-l-m, this name signifies being safe, healthy, and complete. It shares the same linguistic origin as the word 'salaam,' which means peace, reflecting a sense of tranquility and well-being.
About 60 boys were named Salim in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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