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Salima

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Meaning

Safe

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic سليمة
Urdu سلیمہ
Persian سلیمه
Bengali সালিমা
Pashto سلیمه
Salima is a feminine title rich in history, originating from Arabic roots. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Safe', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

Pronounced as Salima, it has a rhythmic flow that makes it memorable and distinct. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Salima comes from the same Arabic root s-l-m as Salman, meaning "safe."

Reference Profile

Etymology

The feminine form of Salim, from the Arabic root س-ل-م (s-l-m, 'to be safe, at peace'). Salima means 'safe, sound.'

Quranic Connection

From the root of salam ('peace, soundness'), the greeting of Paradise: 'Peace - a word from a Merciful Lord' (36:58).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Widely used across the Muslim world, particularly as a girl's name.