Girl name
Şeliha name: origin, pronunciation & similar names
Şeliha is a three-syllable feminine given name used in Türkiye. Similar names include Şefika, meaning “compassionate,” “tender,” or “caring,” and Şecia, meaning “brave,” “courageous,” or “valiant.” These offer two comparisons with other feminine names, with each set of meanings belonging to the respective comparison name.
The name Şeliha at a glance
Syllables
Şe · li · ha
3 syllables · 6 letters · /ʃeliha/
Use
Girl
A rarely used name.
Similar names with known meanings
Şeliha: language and spelling facts
How to pronounce Şeliha
| Syllables | 3 · 6 letters |
|---|---|
| IPA | /ʃeliha/ |
Is Şeliha a girl’s name?
Yes, Şeliha is used mostly as a girl’s name. See all girl names.
Şeliha does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Spellings and similar names
Names that sound like Şeliha
FAQ about the name Şeliha
Is Şeliha a girl’s name?
Yes, Şeliha is used mostly as a girl’s name.
How many syllables does Şeliha have?
Şeliha has 3 syllables and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Şeliha?
Şeliha does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
Entry ID: nm09412 · Updated 2026-10-24 · How we research names · Report a mistake