Peaceful or safe
Zalma is a rare feminine name likely derived from the Arabic root S-L-M, which relates to peace, safety, and wholeness. It is often considered a variant of Salma or Selma, though it has developed its own distinct identity in some Spanish-speaking and Middle Eastern communities.
Less common today
Zalma isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,843 in 1997.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).