Maimoona
Maimoona is a Muslim girl name meaning “Blessed, auspicious, fortunate”.
| Meaning | Blessed, auspicious, fortunate |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ميمونة |
| Pronunciation | my-MOO-nah |
| Arabic root | ي م ن (y-m-n) — blessing, good fortune |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Maimoona
Maimoona is a South Asian spelling of Maymūna, meaning blessed or auspicious, from yumn, good fortune. It is the name of Maymūna bint al-Ḥārith, the last woman the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ married and one of the Mothers of the Believers. She narrated many hadiths and was the aunt of Ibn ʿAbbas.
Is Maimoona a Muslim name?
Yes. Maimoona is a Muslim name, the name of Maymuna bint al-Harith, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Mother of the Believers.
Where is the name Maimoona used?
This spelling is common in Pakistan and India; Maimuna is preferred in West and East Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maimoona mean?
Maimoona means 'Blessed, auspicious, fortunate'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Maimoona a Muslim name?
Yes. Maimoona is a Muslim name, the name of Maymuna bint al-Harith, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Mother of the Believers.
How do you write Maimoona in Arabic?
Maimoona is written ميمونة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Maimoona?
Maimoona is pronounced my-MOO-nah.