salama

Salama is a term used in several languages and contexts, most commonly as a personal name and as a word meaning safety or peace. In Arabic, سلامة (salāma) derives from a root related to peace, safety, and well-being, and is used to express soundness or intactness in various phrases and contexts. The name is used as both a given name and a surname in Arabic-speaking communities, with transliteration variants including Salama, Salāmah, and Selama.

Beyond personal naming, Salama is the name of several places in the Arab world and Africa, where it is used as a toponym for towns, villages, or districts. The exact locations vary by country, and the name’s etymology typically aligns with the positive sense of safety or well-being.

In Swahili-speaking regions, salama is a standalone word meaning safe, healthy, or at peace. It appears in everyday usage and greetings, reflecting a common emphasis on welfare and security in daily life.

Salama also appears in contemporary branding and institutional names, often chosen to convey notions of safety, reliability, or quality of life. The term is found across media, education, and business contexts in regions where Arabic or Swahili influence is present.

Notable individuals bearing the name Salama appear across fields such as literature, politics, and sports, illustrating its broad cultural presence in Arabic-speaking communities.

See also Salam, Salamah, Salaam.