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.
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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
In comparison to the previous year's data

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Sources

  • Behind the Name, Salma, June 2023

  • Quranic Names, Salma

  • Name Doctor, Salma

  • Online Etymology Dictionary, salaam, November 2021

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