Saleeha
Saleeha is a Muslim girl name meaning “Good, virtuous”.
| Meaning | Good, virtuous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, South Asian spelling |
| Arabic spelling | صليحة |
| Pronunciation | sah-LEE-hah |
| Arabic root | ص ل ح (ṣ-l-ḥ) — to be good, righteous |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Saleeha
Saleeha is a South Asian spelling of Ṣalīḥa, a feminine name from the same root as Ṣāliḥ, 'righteous'. The ee marks a long ī, so it differs slightly from Saliha (Ṣāliḥa), though in practice families use both with the sense of a good and virtuous woman. It is popular in Pakistan and among British Pakistanis.
Is Saleeha a Muslim name?
Yes. Saleeha is an Arabic-derived Muslim name meaning 'good and virtuous'.
Where is the name Saleeha used?
Mainly used in Pakistan and India.
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Spellings and variants of Saleeha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saleeha mean?
Saleeha means 'Good, virtuous'. It comes from Arabic, South Asian spelling.
Is Saleeha a Muslim name?
Yes. Saleeha is an Arabic-derived Muslim name meaning 'good and virtuous'.
How do you write Saleeha in Arabic?
Saleeha is written صليحة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Saleeha?
Saleeha is pronounced sah-LEE-hah.