Maymunah
Maymunah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Blessed, fortunate, auspicious”.
| Meaning | Blessed, fortunate, auspicious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ميمونة |
| Pronunciation | may-MOO-nah |
| Arabic root | ي م ن (y-m-n) — blessing, good fortune |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Maymunah
Maymunah means blessed or fortunate, from the root y-m-n linked to good fortune and the right hand. 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. In West Africa the name is often found as Maimuna or Maimunatu.
Is Maymunah a Muslim name?
Yes. Maymunah is a Muslim name meaning blessed, and it was the name of Maymūna bint al-Ḥārith, a Mother of the Believers.
Where is the name Maymunah used?
Used across the Muslim world; Maimuna is especially common in northern Nigeria and West Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maymunah mean?
Maymunah means 'Blessed, fortunate, auspicious'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Maymunah a Muslim name?
Yes. Maymunah is a Muslim name meaning blessed, and it was the name of Maymūna bint al-Ḥārith, a Mother of the Believers.
How do you write Maymunah in Arabic?
Maymunah is written ميمونة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Maymunah?
Maymunah is pronounced may-MOO-nah.