سليمة

Salimah

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

MeaningSafe, sound, healthy
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingسليمة
Pronunciationsah-LEE-mah
Arabic rootس ل م (s-l-m) — safety, soundness, peace
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Salimah

Salimah is a spelling of Salīma, the feminine of Salīm, meaning safe, sound and free of faults. The Quran uses the related phrase qalb salīm, 'a sound heart', for the heart that will benefit a person on the Day of Judgement. The final -h is common in Malaysia and among English-speaking Muslims.

Is Salimah a Muslim name?

Yes. Salimah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'safe and sound'.

Is Salimah in the Quran?

The root appears in the phrase 'except one who comes to God with a sound heart' (qalb salīm) (Quran 26:89).

Where is the name Salimah used?

Used across the Muslim world, including East Africa and Southeast Asia.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Salimah mean?

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

Is Salimah a Muslim name?

Yes. Salimah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'safe and sound'.

How do you write Salimah in Arabic?

Salimah is written سليمة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Salimah?

Salimah is pronounced sah-LEE-mah.

Is Salimah mentioned in the Quran?

The root appears in the phrase 'except one who comes to God with a sound heart' (qalb salīm) (Quran 26:89).

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