Maimunah
Maimunah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Blessed, fortunate”.
| Meaning | Blessed, fortunate |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Malay spelling |
| Arabic spelling | ميمونة |
| Pronunciation | my-MOO-nah |
| Arabic root | ي م ن (y-m-n) — to be blessed, fortunate |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Maimunah
Maimunah is the Malay spelling of Maymūna, meaning blessed or fortunate. Maymūna bint al-Ḥārith was the last woman the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ married and is counted among the Mothers of the Believers; she narrated many hadith. The name has been especially popular in Malaysia, Indonesia and West Africa.
Is Maimunah a Muslim name?
Yes. Maimunah is a Muslim name honouring Maymuna bint al-Harith, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Maimunah used?
Common in Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei and parts of West Africa.
Gifts with the name Maimunah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maimunah mean?
Maimunah means 'Blessed, fortunate'. It comes from Arabic, Malay spelling.
Is Maimunah a Muslim name?
Yes. Maimunah is a Muslim name honouring Maymuna bint al-Harith, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Maimunah in Arabic?
Maimunah is written ميمونة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Maimunah?
Maimunah is pronounced my-MOO-nah.