Salma
/SAHL-mah/ Arabic Female
Meaning & Origin
Salma is a Arabic name meaning "Whole; to be safe". The name Salma is generally considered to have Arabic origins, derived from the root word "salima" (سَلِمَ) which means "to be safe," "to be sound," or "to be secure."
Quick Facts
Language Arabic
Gender Female
Phonetic SAHL-mah
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as SAHL-mah. Keep the original Arabic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Salma
- · Salma Hayek - Actress
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- · Salma Kikwete - Former First Lady of Tanzania
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