Selma
MEANING
ORIGIN
Germanic
ETYMOLOGY
Derived from the Old High German elements 'sel' (hall, house) and 'maht' (might, power)
CULTURAL NOTES
The name is often associated with strength and protection.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Selma has been used in German-speaking countries since the 19th century.
MEANING
ORIGIN
Arabic
ETYMOLOGY
Related to the Arabic root 'salima' meaning 'to be safe' or 'to be peaceful'
CULTURAL NOTES
In Arabic-speaking cultures, Selma is often associated with tranquility and harmony.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Selma has been a popular name in Arabic-speaking regions for centuries.
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