selim

Selim is a male given name of Arabic origin, derived from Salīm meaning "safe, secure, healthy." In Turkish and other Turkic languages it is commonly rendered as Selim, and it also appears in Arabic-speaking regions under closely related spellings such as Salim. The name has been borne by several notable figures, contributing to its longevity in the region.

Notable bearers include Ottoman Sultans: Selim I (1512–1520), known as Selim the Grim for his military campaigns and expansion of the empire; Selim II (1566–1574), often called Selim the Blond; and Selim III (1789–1807/1808), a reformist ruler who attempted to modernize the army and administration but was deposed amid opposition from the Janissaries.

Beyond royalty, Selim is a common given name in Turkey, Azerbaijan, and other communities influenced by Turkish and Arabic naming traditions. In modern times it is also found among writers, politicians, athletes, and scientists. The form Salim is a closely related variant used in Arabic-speaking areas, and Selima is the feminine form in some languages.