Irum
Irum is a Muslim girl name meaning “Garden of paradise; the ancient city of Iram”.
| Meaning | Garden of paradise; the ancient city of Iram |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic / Persian |
| Arabic spelling | ارم |
| Pronunciation | EE-rum |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Irum
Irum is a Pakistani spelling of Iram, the name of the ancient city 'with lofty pillars' mentioned in the Quran. In Persian and Urdu poetry Iram became a byword for a garden of earthly paradise, as with the Bagh-e Eram garden in Shiraz. The girls' name draws on that poetic sense of a beautiful garden.
Is Irum a Muslim name?
Yes. Irum is a Muslim name, a spelling of Iram, which appears in the Quran and is used in Urdu and Persian for a garden of paradise.
Is Irum in the Quran?
The city is named in 'Iram, possessor of lofty pillars' (Quran 89:7).
Where is the name Irum used?
Very common in Pakistan; Irem is a popular Turkish form.
Gifts with the name Irum
- Irum name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Irum baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Irum mean?
Irum means 'Garden of paradise; the ancient city of Iram'. It comes from Arabic / Persian.
Is Irum a Muslim name?
Yes. Irum is a Muslim name, a spelling of Iram, which appears in the Quran and is used in Urdu and Persian for a garden of paradise.
How do you write Irum in Arabic?
Irum is written ارم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Irum?
Irum is pronounced EE-rum.
Is Irum mentioned in the Quran?
The city is named in 'Iram, possessor of lofty pillars' (Quran 89:7).