Maymuna
Maymuna is a Muslim girl name meaning “Blessed, auspicious, fortunate”.
| Meaning | Blessed, auspicious, fortunate |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ميمونة |
| Pronunciation | may-MOO-nah |
| Arabic root | ي م ن (y-m-n) — to be blessed, auspicious |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Maymuna
Maymuna means blessed or auspicious. 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 ʿAbdullāh ibn ʿAbbās. In West Africa the name appears as Maimuna.
Is Maymuna a Muslim name?
Yes. Maymuna is a Muslim name honoured as the name of Maymūna bint al-Ḥārith, a wife of the Prophet ﷺ.
Where is the name Maymuna used?
Used across the Muslim world; Maimuna is very common in Nigeria and Senegal.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maymuna mean?
Maymuna means 'Blessed, auspicious, fortunate'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Maymuna a Muslim name?
Yes. Maymuna is a Muslim name honoured as the name of Maymūna bint al-Ḥārith, a wife of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Maymuna in Arabic?
Maymuna is written ميمونة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Maymuna?
Maymuna is pronounced may-MOO-nah.