Jahanara
Jahanara is a Muslim girl name meaning “Adorner of the world”.
| Meaning | Adorner of the world |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Arabic spelling | جہاں آرا |
| Pronunciation | jah-HAAN-ah-rah |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Jahanara
Jahānārā joins Persian jahān (world) and ārā (adorning), so it means 'she who adorns the world'. It was the name of Princess Jahanara Begum, eldest daughter of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, a devout Sufi patron who built mosques and gardens and wrote on the saints of the Chishti order.
Is Jahanara a Muslim name?
Yes. Jahanara is a Persian name with a long history among Muslims, especially in South Asia, through the Mughal princess Jahanara Begum.
Where is the name Jahanara used?
Used mainly in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jahanara mean?
Jahanara means 'Adorner of the world'. It comes from Persian.
Is Jahanara a Muslim name?
Yes. Jahanara is a Persian name with a long history among Muslims, especially in South Asia, through the Mughal princess Jahanara Begum.
How do you write Jahanara in Arabic?
Jahanara is written جہاں آرا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Jahanara?
Jahanara is pronounced jah-HAAN-ah-rah.