Dog Names · Pet Names
By Brynn McKeon · Updated September 2026
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Variation of Salima, Arabic
"safe"
In the US, Salima is the more usual variation of this name. Salem, which might be another variation or an alternative place-name for Jerusalem, is more popular for girls as well as boys.
Hebrew
"my brother is pleasant"
Variant of Ahinoam
Arabic
Salim is a popular Arabic name used in this form mostly for boys, though the variation Salem -- also a Biblical place-name -- is more popular for girls. In the US, the version given to girls is more…
Variation of Akiva, Hebrew
"to protect, shelter"
"pleasant, gentle"
One of several similar Hebrew names, this example has an agreeable meaning. Pronounced ah-DEEV.
Arabic, Italian
"warm wind"
A cool and breezy nature name with a stylish sound, used in the Scirocco spelling by Volkswagen for one of its cars.
Swedish, Nordic
"alive, life; place of refuge"
This is one of the most vibrant and feminine of the names meaning life , and it's sure to gain more attention as the whole sisterhood of Viv- names rise. Celebrated Swedish actress Viveca Lindfors,…
Swedish, Nordic; Sanskrit
"alive, life; wisdom"
A truly multicultural choice, with separate origins from Scandinavia (also spelled Viveca and Vivica), as well as India (with spiritual meaning in Hinduism).
