Abdulsalam

“servant of peace” — Associated with peace and tranquility

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9758US 2023

7Births / yr

↓Falling

68All-time births

📅 Since 200400

How to pronounce Abdulsalam

abd·OO·lsah·LAHM

/æbd.ˈuː.lsɑ.ˈlɑm/ · stress on OO · 4 syllables

“servant of peace”

Associated with peace and tranquility · Arabic origin

What does Abdulsalam mean and where does it come from?

Abdulsalam is an Arabic name meaning 'servant of peace' (عبد السّلام). It is commonly used across Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities worldwide. The name conveys a deep spiritual significance, emphasizing virtues associated with peace and tranquility. Notable figures with this nam

Cultural significance

Abdulsalam has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of servant of peace.

Peak popularity

Reached #6002 in 2016 — currently #9758 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Abdulsalam?

Abdulsalam works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Abdulsalam Grace

How popular is Abdulsalam right now?

Falling — down 3279 spots — currently #9758 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#9758 · Top 7.2%

2005

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9758	7	▼ down 3279 · -46% births
2022	#6479	13	▲ up 5675 · +160% births
2021	#12154	5	▼ down 4347 · -50% births
2020	#7807	10	▲ up 5196 · +100% births
2005	#13003	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Abdulsalam

Best Year2022Rank #6479

Peak Count13

Average Rank#9840

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20235 years

The story of Abdulsalam

Abdulsalam is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2004. With 68 total births recorded, Abdulsalam remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13003 in 2005 to #9758 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Abdulsalam in 2016:

Noah Liam William Mason James

Abdulsalam by decade

Abdulsalam peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	10
2010s ★	48
2020s	10

💎Abdulsalam has only 68 total recorded births since 2004 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Abdulsalam?

Common

AbdAlam

Famous people named Abdulsalam

Abdulsalam (Islamic scholar)

Abdulsalam bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Abdulsalam (Sufi mystic)

Abdulsalam used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Abdulsalam (Arab poet)

Abdulsalam carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Abdulsalam (historical Arab ruler)

Abdulsalam held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

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What names sound and feel like Abdulsalam?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Abdulsalam also consider these

Abdussalam

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Abdusalam

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Abdulsamad

Arabic · Servant of the

Abubacarr

Arabic · father of the

Arunasalam

Arabic · A Arabic name

Abubacar

Arabic · Arabic

Arulampalam

Arabic · A Arabic name

Abubakar

Arabic · father of a

Common questions about the name Abdulsalam

What does the name Abdulsalam mean?

Abdulsalam means "servant of peace" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Abdulsalam?

Abdulsalam is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Abdulsalam have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Abdulsalam?

Abdulsalam originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Abdulsalam?

Abdulsalam is a four-syllable name pronounced AE0 B D UW1 L S AA0 L AA1 M. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Abdulsalam?

Abdulsalam pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.