Ata
Ata is a Muslim boy name meaning “Gift, bestowal”.
| Meaning | Gift, bestowal |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عطاء |
| Pronunciation | ah-TAH |
| Arabic root | ع ط و (ʿ-ṭ-w) — to give |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ata
Ata is the Arabic ʿAṭāʾ, 'gift', especially a gift from God. ʿAṭāʾ ibn Abī Rabāḥ was a leading jurist of Makkah among the Tabiʿin. In Turkish, ata also means 'father, ancestor', which gives the name a second sense in Turkey.
Is Ata a Muslim name?
Yes. Ata is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning gift, borne by the early scholar ʿAta ibn Abi Rabah.
Is Ata in the Quran?
The word appears in 'a gift (ʿaṭāʾan) without interruption' (Quran 11:108).
Where is the name Ata used?
Used in the Arab world, Pakistan and Turkey, often in compounds like Ata-ullah.
Gifts with the name Ata
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ata mean?
Ata means 'Gift, bestowal'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ata a Muslim name?
Yes. Ata is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning gift, borne by the early scholar ʿAta ibn Abi Rabah.
How do you write Ata in Arabic?
Ata is written عطاء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ata?
Ata is pronounced ah-TAH.
Is Ata mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'a gift (ʿaṭāʾan) without interruption' (Quran 11:108).