سليمة

Saleemah

girlArabic

Saleemah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Sound, healthy, safe”.

MeaningSound, healthy, safe
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingسليمة
Pronunciationsa-LEE-mah
Arabic rootس ل م (s-l-m) — to be safe, sound
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Saleemah

Saleemah is a spelling of Salīma with a final h for the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa. It describes someone sound and whole in body and heart. The name is popular in this spelling among African American and English-speaking Muslims, who often prefer forms that show the Arabic ending.

Is Saleemah a Muslim name?

Yes. Saleemah is a Muslim name meaning sound and safe, a spelling of Salima.

Where is the name Saleemah used?

Mostly used by English-speaking Muslims, especially in the United States.

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Spellings and variants of Saleemah

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Saleemah mean?

Saleemah means 'Sound, healthy, safe'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Saleemah a Muslim name?

Yes. Saleemah is a Muslim name meaning sound and safe, a spelling of Salima.

How do you write Saleemah in Arabic?

Saleemah is written سليمة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Saleemah?

Saleemah is pronounced sa-LEE-mah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.