Hurayrah
Hurayrah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Little kitten”.
| Meaning | Little kitten |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | هريرة |
| Pronunciation | hoo-RAY-rah |
| Arabic root | ه ر ر (h-r-r) — cat |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hurayrah
Hurayrah is the diminutive of hirra, a female cat, so it means 'little kitten'. It is famous from Abū Hurayra, 'father of the kitten', the nickname of the Companion who narrated more hadith than anyone else, said to have been given because he cared for a small cat. On its own it is rarely used as a given name.
Is Hurayrah a Muslim name?
Yes. Hurayrah is an Arabic word known to every Muslim through the Companion Abū Hurayra, though as a stand-alone first name it is uncommon.
Where is the name Hurayrah used?
Mostly known through Abu Hurayra; occasionally used as a given name in South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hurayrah mean?
Hurayrah means 'Little kitten'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hurayrah a Muslim name?
Yes. Hurayrah is an Arabic word known to every Muslim through the Companion Abū Hurayra, though as a stand-alone first name it is uncommon.
How do you write Hurayrah in Arabic?
Hurayrah is written هريرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hurayrah?
Hurayrah is pronounced hoo-RAY-rah.