Dhafira
Dhafira is a Muslim girl name meaning “Victorious, triumphant”.
| Meaning | Victorious, triumphant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Gulf pronunciation |
| Arabic spelling | ظافرة |
| Pronunciation | DHAA-fee-rah |
| Arabic root | ظ ف ر (ẓ-f-r) — to win, to triumph |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Dhafira
Dhafira is the Gulf spelling of Ẓāfira, the feminine of Ẓāfir, meaning victorious. In Gulf and Bedouin Arabic the letter ẓāʾ keeps its classical 'dh' sound, while in Egypt, the Levant and South Asia it is said as z. The region of al-Dhafra in Abu Dhabi comes from the same root.
Is Dhafira a Muslim name?
Yes. Dhafira is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning victorious, spelled as it is pronounced in the Gulf.
Where is the name Dhafira used?
Found in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Oman.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dhafira mean?
Dhafira means 'Victorious, triumphant'. It comes from Arabic, Gulf pronunciation.
Is Dhafira a Muslim name?
Yes. Dhafira is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning victorious, spelled as it is pronounced in the Gulf.
How do you write Dhafira in Arabic?
Dhafira is written ظافرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Dhafira?
Dhafira is pronounced DHAA-fee-rah.