Muslima

“peace” — Embodies both a spiritual identity

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#4527US 2023

31Births / yr

↑Rising

113All-time births

📅 Since 200800

What does Muslima mean and where does it come from?

The name Muslima (مُسْلِمَة) is derived from the Arabic root 'سلم' (s-l-m) which means 'peace' or 'submission'. It primarily refers to a female follower of Islam. The name is widely used in Muslim communities across the world. Due to its religious significance, it embodies both a spiritual identity

Cultural significance

Muslima has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of arabic.

Peak popularity

Reached #4833 in 2020 — currently #4527 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Muslima?

Muslima works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Muslima Grace

How popular is Muslima right now?

Rising fast — up 2101 spots — currently #4527 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#4527 · Top 3.3%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4527	31	▲ up 2101 · +72% births
2022	#6628	18	▼ down 1119 · -22% births
2021	#5509	23	▼ down 676 · -15% births
2020	#4833	27	▲ up 6847 · +200% births
2015	#11680	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Muslima

Best Year2023Rank #4527

Peak Count31

Average Rank#6635

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Muslima

Muslima is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2008. With 113 total births recorded, Muslima remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11680 in 2015 to #4527 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Muslima in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Muslima by decade

Muslima peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	5
2010s ★	81
2020s	27

💎Muslima has only 113 total recorded births since 2008 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Muslima?

Common

MusMuIma

Famous people named Muslima

Muslima (Islamic scholar)

Muslima bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Muslima (Quranic figure)

Muslima appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Muslima (Arab poet)

Muslima carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Muslima (historical Arab ruler)

Muslima held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

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Common questions about the name Muslima

What does the name Muslima mean?

Muslima means "Arabic" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Muslima?

Muslima is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Muslima have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Muslima?

Muslima originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Muslima?

Muslima pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Muslima trending right now?

Muslima is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.