Saliha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsah-LEE-hah / sæˈliːhəArabic; Urdu
Meaning
Arabic: virtuous; Urdu: pious
Historical & Cultural Background
Saliha is derived from the Arabic root 's-l-h', which conveys the idea of righteousness and virtue. It is commonly used in Muslim communities and reflects qualities valued in Islamic teachings. The name is often associated with strong moral character and integrity. In various cultures, it is celebrated for its positive connotations.
Trend Summary
The name Saliha has seen moderate popularity in various communities, particularly among those with Arabic and Islamic cultural ties.
Similar Names
Variants
- Salihah
- Sali
- Sally
International Variants
- Salihah (Arabic)
- Saliha (Urdu)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Saliha was first seen in the United States in 1987. Saliha has ranked as high as #1376 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Saliha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Saliha (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 9 |