Salahuddin name popularity, meaning and origin
Name Popularity: 83%
Salahuddin name meaning:
The name Salahuddin is of Arabic origin and is commonly given to boys. It is derived from two Arabic words: "salah" which means "righteousness" or "piety" and "uddin" which means "religion" or "faith". Therefore, the name Salahuddin can be roughly translated to mean "righteousness of religion" or "piety of faith".
Salahuddin is also the name of a famous historical figure, Salahuddin al-Ayyubi, who was a prominent Muslim military leader and Sultan of Egypt and Syria during the 12th century. He is renowned for his efforts in defending and reclaiming Jerusalem during the Crusades. As such, the name Salahuddin carries historical and cultural significance, symbolizing bravery, strength, and devotion to Islam.
Parents may choose to name their son Salahuddin to honor the qualities of righteousness and religious devotion associated with the name, or to pay tribute to the historical figure who played a crucial role in Muslim history.
Origin: Arabic
The righteousness of the Faith.
Statistics
Overall UK ranking: 815 out of 4789
39 recorded births last year
Change in rank
- 10yrs
785 - 5yrs
179 - 1yr
377
Regional popularity
Ranking for this name in various UK regions
Historical popularity of Salahuddin
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