Selma
/ˈsɛlmə/
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Selma, of Teutonic origin, derives from the elements meaning 'safe' or 'protected'. It carries a sense of security and tranquility, often associated with strength and care. The name gained cultural prominence through literature and its use in various European countries, embodying a timeless and nurturing quality.
Selma Lagerlöf
Author, First female Nobel Prize for Literature
Selma Diamond
Actor, Selma Hacker on Night Court
Selma Blair
Actor, A Dirty Shame
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