Khairat
Khairat is a Muslim girl name meaning “Good things, good deeds, blessings”.
| Meaning | Good things, good deeds, blessings |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Nigerian usage |
| Arabic spelling | خيرات |
| Pronunciation | khay-RAAT |
| Arabic root | خ ي ر (kh-y-r) — to be good |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Khairat
Khairat is the Arabic plural khayrāt, 'good things, good deeds'. It is a favoured girl's name among Yoruba and other Nigerian Muslims, who often shorten it to Khai or Khairy. The word is familiar from the Quranic call to hasten towards good deeds, which gives the name an encouraging, active sense.
Is Khairat a Muslim name?
Yes. Khairat is a Muslim name taken from the Arabic word for 'good deeds' and is popular among Nigerian Muslim families.
Is Khairat in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'So race to all that is good (al-khayrāt)' (Quran 2:148).
Where is the name Khairat used?
Most common in Nigeria, particularly among Yoruba Muslims.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khairat mean?
Khairat means 'Good things, good deeds, blessings'. It comes from Arabic, Nigerian usage.
Is Khairat a Muslim name?
Yes. Khairat is a Muslim name taken from the Arabic word for 'good deeds' and is popular among Nigerian Muslim families.
How do you write Khairat in Arabic?
Khairat is written خيرات in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Khairat?
Khairat is pronounced khay-RAAT.
Is Khairat mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'So race to all that is good (al-khayrāt)' (Quran 2:148).