Maimuna
Maimuna 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 Maimuna
Maimuna is a transliteration of Maymūna, from yumn, good fortune and blessing. Maymūna bint al-Ḥārith was a Mother of the Believers, married to the Prophet ﷺ in 7 AH, and a respected narrator of hadith. The name is especially popular in Nigeria, Senegal, Guinea and on the Swahili coast, as well as in South Asia.
Is Maimuna a Muslim name?
Yes. Maimuna is a Muslim name meaning blessed, borne by Maymuna bint al-Harith, one of the Mothers of the Believers.
Where is the name Maimuna used?
Very common in Nigeria and West Africa, and in Tanzania and Kenya.
Gifts with the name Maimuna
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maimuna mean?
Maimuna means 'Blessed, auspicious, fortunate'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Maimuna a Muslim name?
Yes. Maimuna is a Muslim name meaning blessed, borne by Maymuna bint al-Harith, one of the Mothers of the Believers.
How do you write Maimuna in Arabic?
Maimuna is written ميمونة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Maimuna?
Maimuna is pronounced my-MOO-nah.