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SalamaIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Safety, security, peace

Pronunciation: sah-LAH-mah

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Name
Salama
Meaning
Safety, security, peace
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, English, Urdu, Hindi, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
sah-LAH-mah
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Salama mean?

Salama is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Safety". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: sah-LAH-mah. Lucky number: 9. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

سلامہ

سلامتی اور حفاظت اور استحکام

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

سلامة

السلامة والامن والاستقرار

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

sah-LAH-mah

IPA

/sæˈlɑːmə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Salama is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Safety. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

GreenBlueSilver

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: Indicates new beginnings, leadership, independence, and creativity. Individuals with the life path number 1 are often natural born leaders, pioneers, and innovators.

Personality

Personality Traits

CalmnessTranquilitySerenityCourageDeterminationResilience

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name filled with peace and security, bringing a sense of calmness and tranquility to the bearer, providing protection and deliverance from harm.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Salama has significant cultural importance in Islamic societies. In the Islamic tradition, the greeting of salam (peace) is a common and essential practice. The name Salama intertwines with this cultural practice, as it signifies security, safety, and peace. It is also a popular name among Islamic communities in various parts of the world, especially in regions with historical Islamic influence.
From a spiritual perspective, the name Salama holds great significance in Islamic teachings. In Muslim folktales and religious narratives, Salama is often associated with narratives which evoke feelings of protection, deliverance, and relief. Additionally, the Arabic poetic tradition known as 'Adab al-Bulughah' often uses the name Salama to symbolize lasting peace and tranquility within the soul and the community. In Islamic Sufism, this name is believed to develop spiritual inspiration by reminding one of the divine attribute of peace and security granted to humanity.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ibn Kathir's Al-Bidayah wa'l-Nihayah The name Salama carried significant weight in that era.

6th century AH (12th-13th CE)

Historical records show that Ibn Abd al-Barr's Al-Isti'ab The name Salama carried significant weight in that era.

10th century AH (4th-5th CE)

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Salma HayekSalma AghaSalma Mumin

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Salama

peace and safety and stability

🇵🇰Urdu

سلامہ

سلامتی اور حفاظت اور استحکام

🇸🇦Arabic

سلامة

السلامة والامن والاستقرار

🇮🇳Hindi

सलामा

शांति और सुरक्षा और स्थिरता

🇦🇫Pashto

سلامه

ارام او امن او ثبات

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