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Selam

ሰላም ሰላም

peace keeper

Unisex Amharic / Amharic (Ethiopia) / Tigrinya 2 syllables 0 popularity 0 favorites
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Name
Selam
Origin
Amharic / Amharic (Ethiopia) / Tigrinya
Gender
Unisex
Meaning
peace keeper
Detailed Meaning
Selam represents the active cultivation of harmony and the gentle strength required to maintain peace. It suggests a mediator's heart and a calm presence that soothes tensions. The name carries Amharic warmth and the profound cultural value placed on community and reconciliation.
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Translations

amharic
ሰላም
tigrinya
ሰላም

Syllable Breakdown

1. se (prefix) 2. lam (suffix)
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Selam Name Meaning and Style

Selam is a unisex name of Amharic / Amharic (Ethiopia) / Tigrinya origin, meaning peace keeper.

It appears in the Affection, African, Blessing name collections and has 2 syllables. Browse the related Amharic / Amharic (Ethiopia) / Tigrinya names below for alternatives with a similar background.

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