Salma Name Meaning
The name Salma comes from Arabic roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Salma below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Salma Name Meaning
ArabicMeans "safe", derived from Arabic سلم (salima) "to be safe".
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