Selam
Fact sheet
- Name
- Selam
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The name Selam is an East African first name that is used for both girls and boys. In a figurative sense, it means 'the peace' or 'the peaceful one'.
What does the name Selam mean?
Selam is an East African first name that is used for both genders. It means 'peace' or 'peaceful'. The origins of the name lie in the Amharic word silam (ሲላም), which means 'peace' or 'quiet', as well as in the Arabic salām (سَلَام), which also means 'peace'. Other variants include Silam and Selamawit.
Where does the name Selam come from?
The name Selam has both Amharic and Arabic roots and is commonly used as a female and male first name. The meaning is 'the peace'. The Amharic
How do you pronounce Selam?
Seh-lahm
Popularity
In Germany, Selam is a rather rare first name. In 2021, it reached the 5,220th rank on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2018 when it ranked 2,157th. Over the last ten years, Selam has been chosen as a first name about 20 times, placing it 5,715th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,562nd.
Famous people
- Selam Woldemariam (Ethiopian musician)
Frequently asked questions about the name Selam
What does the first name Selam mean?
Selam means 'peace' or 'peaceful' and has its roots in the Amharic word silam and the Arabic salām.
Where does the name Selam come from?
The name Selam has both Amharic and Arabic origins and is used in various languages such as Amharic, Arabic, and Turkish.
Is Selam a popular first name?
Selam is appreciated in East Africa and among certain communities, but its popularity varies depending on the region and cultural context.