ABDULSALAM
Also recorded as Abdul Salam, Abdul-Salam
Abdulsalam
Abdulsalam is a British surname with origins tracing back to the Arabic language. It is a combination of the words 'Abdul', meaning "servant of" or "slave of", and 'Salam', which translates to "peace". As a result, the surname Abdulsalam can be interpreted as "servant of peace".
The surname Abdulsalam is not native to Britain but has been adopted by individuals of Arabic or Muslim heritage who have settled in the country over the years. It is a patronymic surname, often passed down from father to child, indicating a connection to the male ancestors named Abdul Salam.
Like many inherited surnames, Abdulsalam may also have variations in spelling and pronunciation, depending on individual family traditions and geographic regions. Despite its Arabic origins, the surname Abdulsalam has become a part of the diverse tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the multicultural society of the United Kingdom.
Individuals carrying the surname Abdulsalam have contributed to various fields in British society, including academia, business, arts, and politics. The surname serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and global influences that have shaped the British population.
There are approximately 156 people named Abdulsalam in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Abdulsalam.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Abdul
- Afolabi
- Ahmed
- Lateef
- Malik
- Mohamed
- Mohammad
- Omar
- Raheem
- Taiwo
Female
- Ada
- Adenike
- Fathima
- Jabeen
- Jumana
- Khadijat
- Lula
- Maab
- Samia
- Valerie
Similar and related surnames
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