Saleah

“سلامة”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8879US 2023

12Births / yr

↑Rising

215All-time births

📅 Since 199900

What does Saleah mean and where does it come from?

Saleah has Arabic roots and often signifies peace or safety, making it a symbolic name widely used in Arabic-speaking countries. It has also gained some traction in English-speaking regions, particularly among those looking for names with cultural significance. The name has a transcendent quality, a

Cultural significance

Saleah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of سلامة.

Peak popularity

Reached #7275 in 2013 — currently #8879 in the US.

🌿

What middle names flow best with Saleah?

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

Saleah Grace

How popular is Saleah right now?

Rising fast — up 80 spots — currently #8879 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#8879 · Top 6.6%

2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8879	12	▲ up 80
2022	#8959	12	▲ up 482 · +9% births
2021	#9441	11	▲ up 3315 · +57% births
2020	#12756	7	▼ down 5260 · -56% births
2015	#7496	16	▲ up 2757 · +45% births
2010	#10253	11	▲ up 2462 · +38% births
2005	#12715	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Saleah

Best Year2015Rank #7496

Peak Count16

Average Rank#10071

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Saleah

Saleah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1999. With 215 total births recorded, Saleah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12715 in 2005 to #8879 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Saleah in 2013:

Sophia Emma Olivia Isabella Ava

Saleah by decade

Saleah peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	5
2000s	74
2010s ★	129
2020s	7

💎Saleah has only 215 total recorded births since 1999 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Saleah?

Common

SalSalieSalyAleah

What names sound and feel like Saleah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Saleah also consider these

Raleah

American · ewe

Naleah

American · Purposeful; bright

Zaleah

American · Bringer of rain

Daleah

American · Delicate, slender

Maleah

American · A variation of

American · Combination of the

Common questions about the name Saleah

What does the name Saleah mean?

Saleah means "سلامة" — a name rooted in American 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 Saleah?

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

What is the cultural origin of Saleah?

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

Is Saleah trending right now?

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

Is Saleah a common or rare name?

Saleah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.