Saleema Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsah-LEE-mah / səˈliːməArabic; Swahili
Meaning
Arabic: safe; Swahili: prosperous
Historical & Cultural Background
Saleema is derived from the Arabic root 's-l-m', which conveys meanings of safety and peace. In Swahili-speaking cultures, the name is associated with prosperity and well-being. The name is often used in various Muslim communities due to its positive connotations. It reflects cultural values of safety and success.
Trend Summary
The name Saleema has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low but steady presence.
Similar Names
Variants
- Salima
International Variants
- Salima (Arabic)
- Salima (Swahili)
Famous people named Saleema
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Saleema was first seen in the United States in 1971. Saleema has ranked as high as #1154 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Saleema has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Saleema
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |