Dhakira
Dhakira is a Muslim girl name meaning “One who remembers God”.
| Meaning | One who remembers God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ذاكرة |
| Pronunciation | DHAA-ki-rah |
| Arabic root | ذ ك ر (dh-k-r) — to remember, to mention |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Dhakira
Dhakira is the feminine active participle of dhakara, to remember, and describes a woman who keeps God in remembrance (dhikr). The Quran praises 'the men and women who remember Allah often', which gives the name a strong devotional sense. In South Asia it is usually pronounced and spelled Zakira, since the letter dhāl is said as z.
Is Dhakira a Muslim name?
Yes. Dhakira is an Arabic Muslim name meaning one who remembers God, based on a word of praise used in the Quran.
Is Dhakira in the Quran?
The Quran mentions 'the men who remember Allah often and the women who do so (al-dhākirāt)' (Quran 33:35).
Where is the name Dhakira used?
Used in the Arab world as Dhakira and in South Asia as Zakira.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dhakira mean?
Dhakira means 'One who remembers God'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Dhakira a Muslim name?
Yes. Dhakira is an Arabic Muslim name meaning one who remembers God, based on a word of praise used in the Quran.
How do you write Dhakira in Arabic?
Dhakira is written ذاكرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Dhakira?
Dhakira is pronounced DHAA-ki-rah.
Is Dhakira mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran mentions 'the men who remember Allah often and the women who do so (al-dhākirāt)' (Quran 33:35).