Salihah
Salihah is a girl baby name. Ranked #62,166 in the US, popular nicknames include Sal, Say, and Salie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Salihah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 75 babies have been named Salihah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Salihah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #62,166 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #62,166
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Nicknames
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About the Name Salihah
Salihah is a girl name .
Salihah is currently ranked #62,166 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Salihah include Sal, Say, Salie, and Saliie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Salihah include Salina . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis