Selima
Fact sheet
- Name
- Selima
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Selima is a variation of the name Salima (Arabic سَلِيمَة), which is the feminine form of the Arabic name Salim. The name Selima means 'the healthy' or 'the unscathed' and is derived from the Arabic word salīm (سَلِيم), which means 'safe, healthy, unscathed, whole.'
What does the name Selima mean?
Selima is a form of Salima (Arabic سَلِيمَة), the feminine counterpart of the name Salim. The girl's name Selima carries the meaning 'the healthy' or 'the unscathed' and originates from the Arabic term salīm (سَلِيم), which means 'safe, healthy, unscathed, whole.' The name Selima is predominantly found in Arabic and Muslim regions, particularly in North Africa, where it is commonly encountered in countries like Tunisia. Similar variants include the Turkish and Albanian form Selime, as well as other variations like Salimah, Salma, and Selma.
Where does the name Selima come from?
The first name Selima has Arabic roots and means 'the healthy' or 'the unscathed.' The Arabic term salīm (سَلِيم) encompasses the meanings of safe, healthy, unscathed, and whole. Languages: Arabic, Maghrebi, Muslim, North African, Tunisian.
How do you pronounce Selima?
The sound and pronunciation of Selima are fluid and three syllables long. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Se-LI-ma' [zeˈliːma] or [seˈliːma], with the emphasis on the middle syllable. The long 'I' sound gives the name a certain brightness, while the open '-ma' gently fades away. This makes Selima sound harmonious and feminine – melodic, calm, and sonorous.
Popularity
In Germany, Selima is among the common first names and currently ranks 3,210th on the list of the most popular female baby names. Its best placement was in 2018 at 1,790th. Over the past ten years, Selima has been chosen as a first name about 100 times, placing it 2,494th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,786th.
Nicknames & pet names
Elima / Lima / Seli / Selim / Selimachka / Selipok / Seljka
Similar first names
Famous people
- Selima Hill (writer from England)
- Selima Sfar (tennis player from Tunisia)
- Selima Taibi (singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Selima
Where does the name Selima come from?
Selima has Arabic roots and is a form of the name Salima, which is common in North African countries, particularly in Tunisia.
What does the name Selima mean?
The name Selima means 'the healthy' or 'the unscathed' and is derived from the Arabic term salīm, which stands for 'safe,' 'healthy,' and 'whole.'
How popular is the name Selima?
Selima is particularly common in Arabic and Muslim cultures and enjoys great popularity in countries like Tunisia.