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SalihahIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Righteous

Pronunciation: /səˈliːhə/

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Name
Salihah
Meaning
Righteous
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
English, Urdu, Hindi, Arabic, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/səˈliːhə/
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Wednesday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Salihah mean?

Salihah is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Righteous". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: /səˈliːhə/. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

صالحہ

صلاح، خیر، و اخلاص میں تھی

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

صالحة

معنى صلاح، خير، و إخلاص في الطاعة

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/səˈliːhə/

IPA

/sæliːhə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Salihah is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Righteous. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Wednesday

Lucky Colors

GreenYellowBlue

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: A number of love, harmony, and balance.

Personality

Personality Traits

DevotedKindSpiritualConfidentA = AmbitiousY = YouthfulS = StrongH = Honest

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Choosing the name Salihah for your daughter is a beautiful way to remind her of the importance of being righteous and virtuous in her life.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Salihah holds a high esteem in Islamic culture as it embodies the virtues of honesty, kindness, wisdom, and good conduct, inspiring those who bear it to strive for a righteous and honorable life. In many Muslim communities, the name is considered a symbol of spiritual and moral excellence, often bestowed upon beloved children or revered figures.
From a spiritual perspective, Salihah represents a strong connection to God and a commitment to living a virtuous and godly life. In Islamic teachings, righteousness is a critical quality for a faithful follower and is emphasized throughout the Quran. By giving their child the name Salihah, parents hope to inspire a deep reverence for God and instill within them a strong moral compass.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that The name Salihah is mentioned in the 14th-century book 'Kitab al-Aghani' The name Salihah carried significant weight in that era.

14th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Salihah

Righteousness, good deeds, and obedience to Allah

🇵🇰Urdu

صالحہ

صلاح، خیر، و اخلاص میں تھی

🇸🇦Arabic

صالحة

معنى صلاح، خير، و إخلاص في الطاعة

🇮🇳Hindi

सालिहा

सदाचार, उत्तम, और आज्ञाकारी है

🇦🇫Pashto

صالحه

سلوک، خیر، او اخلاص

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