Salah

Meaning of Salah

Salah is a unisex name of Arabic origin that conveys notions of “righteousness” and “integrity” while also referring to the formal ritual prayer at the heart of Islamic tradition. Pronounced sah-LAH, it has been embraced beyond the Middle East—finding resonance in Latin American communities from Mexico City to Buenos Aires—thanks in part to its clean, strong phonetic profile. In the United States, Social Security records show a steady but modest presence: 33 newborns received the name in 2024, placing it at 891st in popularity, a pattern that reflects rankings in the high 800s and low 900s over the past decade. Carried by notable figures such as Egyptian football star Mohamed Salah, the name bridges cultural boundaries with a straightforward elegance that appeals to parents seeking both heritage and universality.