"Muslim woman, one who submits to God"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Muslima
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A name that is a declaration of faith
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Meaning & Origin
"devout female believer"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Uzbek
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- Carries strong religious identity that may not be suitable in secular contexts; in some Western countries may face discrimination
The Story of Muslima
Muslima is the feminine form of 'Muslim,' derived from the Arabic root 'aslama' (أسلم) meaning 'to submit' or 'to surrender [to God].' The word Muslim literally means 'one who submits to the will of Allah.' As a name, Muslima expresses a profound declaration of faith, bestowing upon the bearer the identity of a devout believer from birth.
Muslima is most common in Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and parts of West Africa where it serves as a traditional name expressing religious devotion. It is given as a name of religious significance rather than following popularity trends, remaining consistent across generations in devout Muslim communities.
Naming a daughter Muslima is an explicit expression of Islamic faith and identity. In Central Asian countries like Uzbekistan, the name is embraced as a positive religious statement. It is deeply meaningful within the Muslim tradition but carries the full weight of religious identity as a name.
Historical Record
Muslima first appeared in US Social Security records in 2008.
Over 211 babies have been named Muslima in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Muslima is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #5,302 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Muslima is particularly popular in Uzbekistan where it ranks among traditional female names
- The name is essentially a proper noun form of 'Muslim woman'
- In Arabic grammar, 'Muslima' is the feminine form of 'Muslim' using the ta marbuta feminine suffix
Muslima in Other Languages
Urdu
مسلمہ
Tajik
Муслима
Uzbek
Muslima
Arabic
مسلمة
Russian
Муслима
Turkish
Müslüme
Popularity Over Time
#5,302
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,302
- Total SSA Count
- 25
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Central Asian Uzbek Tajik African Muslim
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Musi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Muslima
What does the name Muslima mean?
"Muslim woman, one who submits to God" (from Arabic). "devout female believer" (from Arabic). Muslima is the feminine form of 'Muslim,' derived from the Arabic root 'aslama' (أسلم) meaning 'to submit' or 'to surrender [to God].' The word Muslim literally means 'one who submits to the will of Allah.' As a name, Muslima expresses a profound declaration of faith, bestowing upon the bearer the identity of a devout believer from birth.
What is the origin of the name Muslima?
Muslima has Arabic, Central Asian, Uzbek, Tajik, and African Muslim origins. In Arabic, it means "Muslim woman, one who submits to God". In Arabic, it means "devout female believer".
Is Muslima a boy or girl name?
Muslima is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Muslima?
Muslima is currently ranked #5302 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Muslima?
Common nicknames for Muslima include Musi and Musli.
What are good middle names for Muslima?
Popular middle name pairings include Muslima Fatima, Muslima Nour, Muslima Zahra, Muslima Aisha, Muslima Yasmin, Muslima Khadija, and Muslima Maryam.
What are good sibling names for Muslima?
Names that pair well with Muslima as siblings include Ibrahim, Fatima, Yusuf, Maryam, Bilal, Zainab, and Hamza.
How many syllables does Muslima have?
Muslima has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Muslima a common or rare name?
Muslima is an uncommon name, ranked #5302 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Muslima
Muslima is a girl name with Arabic, Central Asian, Uzbek, Tajik, and African Muslim origins . The name means "Muslim woman, one who submits to God" in Arabic .
Muslima is currently ranked #5,302 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Muslima has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Muslima include Musi and Musli. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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