Does the name "Salma" belong to a female Companion of the Prophet or one of the women from the righteous predecessors?
The name Salma is common among female Companions (Sahabiyat) and the righteous predecessors (Salaf As-Salih), including:
Salma bint Sakhr: The mother of Abu Bakr As-Siddiq, who embraced Islam early on. Salma bint Umays Al-Khath'amiyah: The sister of Asma bint Umays, she embraced Islam and pledged allegiance to the Messenger, and was the wife of Hamza. Salma bint Qays Al-Ansariyah: Umm Al-Mundhir, one of the Prophet's paternal aunts (through his father's side), she prayed towards both Qiblas, and participated in the Pledge of Ridwan. Salma Umm Rafi': The servant of the Prophet (peace be upon him).
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