Salimah

“peaceful, safe, unharmed”

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14863US 2023

6Births / yr

↓Falling

258All-time births

📅 Since 196900

How to pronounce Salimah

SAL·IM·AH

/ˈsæl.ˈɪm.ˈɑ/ · stress on SAL · 3 syllables

“peaceful, safe, unharmed”

Arabic origin · Girl name

What does Salimah mean and where does it come from?

The name Salimah (سليمة) is a feminine version of the male name Salim, which derives from Arabic roots meaning 'peace' or 'safety'. This name has been traditionally used among Arabic-speaking communities and holds cultural significance in Islamic traditions. It reflects attributes of peace and well-

Cultural significance

Salimah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of peaceful, safe, unharmed.

Peak popularity

Reached #5509 in 1976 — currently #14863 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Salimah?

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

Salimah Grace

How popular is Salimah right now?

Falling — down 1531 spots — currently #14863 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#14863 · Top 11%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#14863	6	▼ down 1531 · -14% births
2022	#13332	7	▲ up 3917 · +40% births
2021	#17249	5	▼ down 3483 · -29% births
2010	#13766	7	▼ down 1650 · -12% births
2005	#12116	8	▼ down 1073
2000	#11043	8	▼ down 115 · +14% births
1995	#10928	7	▲ up 2712 · +40% births
1990	#13640	5	▼ down 6474 · -44% births
1980	#7166	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Salimah

Best Year1980Rank #7166

Peak Count9

Average Rank#12678

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1980 - 20239 years

The story of Salimah

Salimah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1969. With 258 total births recorded, Salimah remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7166 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14863 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Salimah in 1976:

Jennifer Amy Melissa Heather Angela

Salimah by decade

Salimah peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	5
1970s	32
1980s	63
1990s ★	70
2000s	46
2010s	42

💎Salimah has only 258 total recorded births since 1969 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Salimah?

Common

SalSalieSalyImah

Famous people named Salimah

Salimah (historical Arab ruler)

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

Salimah (Sufi mystic)

Salimah used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Salimah (Islamic scholar)

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

Salimah (Quranic figure)

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

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Common questions about the name Salimah

What does the name Salimah mean?

Salimah means "peaceful, safe, unharmed" — 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 Salimah?

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

What is the cultural origin of Salimah?

Salimah 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.

How do you pronounce the name Salimah?

Salimah is a three-syllable name pronounced S AE1 L IH1 M AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Salimah?

Salimah 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.