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Islam

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Submission to God"

Used as a given name referencing the religious concept of submission, common across Muslim-majority societies and diasporas.

Themes:faithreligiontraditioncommunity

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Islam

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

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SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Islam did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Islam Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Islam.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Islam

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Islam mean?
Islam means "Submission to God". Used as a given name referencing the religious concept of submission, common across Muslim-majority societies and diaspo
What is the origin of Islam?
Islam is of Arabic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Islam?
According to the latest SSA data, Islam is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Islam a girl name?
Islam is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Islam?
Popular nicknames for Islam include isly, isla, slam, lamy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Islam?
There are many names similar to Islam in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginArabic
Syllables2
Length5 letters
Trend→ Stable
Starts withI

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