Salma
s(a)-lma,
sal-ma
US Popularity:1676
Origin:Hebrew
Other Origin(s):Arabic
Meaning:Safe and sound; Peaceful
Salma is a feminine name of Arabic and Hebrew origin, encompassing one who is comforting in their security. A variation of Salāma, Salma means "safe and sound" and "peaceful"—qualities desired by many for those they love the most. Such self-assurance should be easily attained by any young Salma, sharing close acquaintance with the beautiful and charismatic actress Salma Hayek.
Salma Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Salma is currently #1356 on The Bump
Girl:Salma is currently #623 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Salma is currently #1676 in U.S. births
Girl:Salma is currently #648 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1676
in 2022
+ 40
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Salma, June 2023
Quranic Names, Salma
Name Doctor, Salma
Online Etymology Dictionary, salaam, November 2021
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