US Popularity Rank: 1711

Origin: Arabic

Meaning: Safe and sound; Peaceful

Salma is a feminine name of Arabic and Hebrew origin, encompassing one who is comforting in their security. A variation of Salāma, Salma means "safe and sound" and "peaceful"—qualities desired by many for those they love the most. Such self-assurance should be easily attained by any young Salma, sharing close acquaintance with the beautiful and charismatic actress Salma Hayek.