Atikah
Atikah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Pure, noble; fragrant”.
| Meaning | Pure, noble; fragrant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عاتكة |
| Pronunciation | AA-ti-kah |
| Arabic root | ع ت ك (ʿ-t-k) — to be pure, fragrant |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Atikah
Atikah (ʿĀtika) is an old Arabian name usually explained as pure, noble or sweet-scented. ʿĀtika bint ʿAbd al-Muṭṭalib was an aunt of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, remembered for her dream before Badr, and ʿĀtika bint Zayd was a Companion and poet married to ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb. The name is common in Malaysia and Indonesia as Atikah.
Is Atikah a Muslim name?
Yes. Atikah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, borne by the Prophet's aunt ʿĀtika and other early Muslim women.
Where is the name Atikah used?
Used in Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan and the Arab world.
Gifts with the name Atikah
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Spellings and variants of Atikah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Atikah mean?
Atikah means 'Pure, noble; fragrant'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Atikah a Muslim name?
Yes. Atikah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, borne by the Prophet's aunt ʿĀtika and other early Muslim women.
How do you write Atikah in Arabic?
Atikah is written عاتكة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Atikah?
Atikah is pronounced AA-ti-kah.