Salima
Girl nameSalima has been given to 598 babies in the U.S. since 1969. It peaked in 2018. In 2025, about 1 in 94,545 girls was named Salima.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
598
Peak year
2018 (22 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1969
10-year trend
▲ +21%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Salima — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Salima.
FAQ
How popular is the name Salima?
Salima has been given to 598 babies in the U.S. since 1969. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Salima peak?
Salima peaked in 2018, when 22 babies were given the name.
Is Salima a girl or boy name?
Salima is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Salima are girls).
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