Salma

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Meaning

Safe

Origin

Swahili

Global Spellings

Arabic سلمى
Urdu سلمیٰ
Persian سلما
Bengali সালমা
Pashto سلما

Alternate Spellings

Capturing elegance and depth, Salma stands out as a meaningful name for your daughter. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Safe', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Swahili regions, Salma has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Salma comes from the Arabic root s-l-m, the same root behind Salam and Salamah, meaning “to be safe” or “sound.” The name is tied to Salma bint Amr, the Prophet's grandmother.