What does the name Salma mean?

The first name Salma means “peaceful, safe”.

Is Salma a girls' or boys' name?

Salma is a feminine first name (a girls' name).

Salma is a relatively uncommon first name.

Girl

“peaceful, safe”

Origin: Arabic
Syllables: 2
Popularity: 32 of 100Uncommon
Famous bearers: Salma Hayek Salma Paralluelo Salma Agha Salma Khadra Jayyusi Salma Baccar Salma Mumin Salma de Nora Salma bint Amr Salma Khatun Salma Amani

Salma is a feminine first name meaning “peaceful, safe”, with roots in Arabic. The name has 2 syllables. It is relatively uncommon.

What does the name Salma mean?: The first name Salma means “peaceful, safe”.
Where does the name Salma come from?: Salma has its roots in Arabic.
Is Salma a girls' or boys' name?: Salma is a feminine first name (a girls' name).
How popular is Salma?: Salma is a relatively uncommon first name.

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