Ismah
Ismah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Protection, purity, being kept from sin”.
| Meaning | Protection, purity, being kept from sin |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عصمة |
| Pronunciation | IS-mah |
| Arabic root | ع ص م (ʿ-ṣ-m) — to protect, to hold back |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ismah
Ismah (ʿIṣma) means protection and, in Islamic theology, the protection of the prophets from sin. In ordinary use it suggests chastity and moral purity. The same word underlies the South Asian and Turkish name Ismat (İsmet), which shows the feminine ending pronounced as -at.
Is Ismah a Muslim name?
Yes. Ismah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning protection and purity.
Is Ismah in the Quran?
The root ʿ-ṣ-m appears in 'And hold firmly to the rope of Allah all together and do not become divided' (Quran 3:103).
Where is the name Ismah used?
Used in the Arab world, Malaysia and South Asia, often in the form Ismat.
Gifts with the name Ismah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ismah mean?
Ismah means 'Protection, purity, being kept from sin'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ismah a Muslim name?
Yes. Ismah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning protection and purity.
How do you write Ismah in Arabic?
Ismah is written عصمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ismah?
Ismah is pronounced IS-mah.
Is Ismah mentioned in the Quran?
The root ʿ-ṣ-m appears in 'And hold firmly to the rope of Allah all together and do not become divided' (Quran 3:103).