سليمة

Salima

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Salima is a Muslim girl name meaning “Safe, sound, healthy”.

MeaningSafe, sound, healthy
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 Salima

Salima is the feminine of Salīm and means safe, sound and healthy. It is a classic name across North Africa, East Africa and Central Asia, and the Turkish form is Selime. Its root also gives Islam and salām, so the name carries the sense of being whole and at peace.

Is Salima a Muslim name?

Yes. Salima is a Muslim girl's name meaning safe and sound.

Where is the name Salima used?

Common in Morocco, Algeria, Tanzania, Kenya and Central Asia.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Salima mean?

Salima means 'Safe, sound, healthy'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Salima a Muslim name?

Yes. Salima is a Muslim girl's name meaning safe and sound.

How do you write Salima in Arabic?

Salima is written سليمة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Salima?

Salima is pronounced sa-LEE-mah.

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