Jimcaale
Jimcaale is a Muslim boy name meaning “Born on a Friday”.
| Meaning | Born on a Friday |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Somali, from Arabic jumʿa |
| Pronunciation | jim-AH-leh |
| Arabic root | ج م ع (j-m-ʿ) — to gather |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Jimcaale
Jimcaale is a Somali name built on Jimce, the Somali form of Arabic Jumʿa, 'Friday', with the suffix -aale. It was traditionally given to a boy born on Friday, the day of congregational prayer. It is often written Jimale or Jima'ale in English documents.
Is Jimcaale a Muslim name?
Yes. Jimcaale is a Somali Muslim name meaning born on a Friday, from the Arabic word for Friday.
Is Jimcaale in the Quran?
Its source word gives the name of Sura 62 and 'the call to prayer on the day of Jumuʿa' (Quran 62:9).
Where is the name Jimcaale used?
Used among Somalis in Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jimcaale mean?
Jimcaale means 'Born on a Friday'. It comes from Somali, from Arabic jumʿa.
Is Jimcaale a Muslim name?
Yes. Jimcaale is a Somali Muslim name meaning born on a Friday, from the Arabic word for Friday.
How do you pronounce Jimcaale?
Jimcaale is pronounced jim-AH-leh.
Is Jimcaale mentioned in the Quran?
Its source word gives the name of Sura 62 and 'the call to prayer on the day of Jumuʿa' (Quran 62:9).