Raquel vs Salma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raquel

Girl #1,068 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gentle, innocent, nurturing"

Origin: Hebrew

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Girl #870 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"peaceful, safe"

Origin: Arabic

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Raquel Rank #1,068

Salma Rank #870

Salma is more popular, ranked #870 vs #1068 for Raquel.

Is Raquel or Salma more popular?

Salma is more popular, ranked #870 compared to Raquel at #1068 in the United States.

What do Raquel and Salma mean?

Raquel means "gentle, innocent, nurturing" (Hebrew origin). Salma means "peaceful, safe" (Arabic origin).

Are Raquel and Salma boy or girl names?

Raquel is primarily a girl name. Salma is primarily a girl name.