Pious, righteous, or devout
Saliou is a West African form of the Arabic name Salih. It is widely used in Francophone African countries, particularly Senegal, and refers to a person who is virtuous and lives according to religious principles. In Islamic tradition, Salih was also the name of a prophet sent to the people of Thamud.
About 11 boys were named Saliou in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Senegalese professional footballer
Ivorian former professional footballer
Guinean politician and former minister
