Miftah
Miftah is a Muslim boy name meaning “Key, opener”.
| Meaning | Key, opener |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | مفتاح |
| Pronunciation | mif-TAAH |
| Arabic root | ف ت ح (f-t-ḥ) — to open |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Miftah
Miftah means key, the thing that opens. It comes from the root of fatḥ (opening, victory) and al-Fattāḥ, the Opener, a name of Allah. In Libya and North Africa it is used as a boy's name, and in Indonesia and Malaysia it appears in compounds such as Miftahul Huda, 'key of guidance'.
Is Miftah a Muslim name?
Yes. Miftah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning key, used in North Africa and Southeast Asia.
Is Miftah in the Quran?
The plural mafātiḥ appears in 'And with Him are the keys of the unseen; none knows them except Him' (Quran 6:59).
Where is the name Miftah used?
Used in Libya and North Africa, and in compound names in Indonesia and Malaysia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Miftah mean?
Miftah means 'Key, opener'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Miftah a Muslim name?
Yes. Miftah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning key, used in North Africa and Southeast Asia.
How do you write Miftah in Arabic?
Miftah is written مفتاح in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Miftah?
Miftah is pronounced mif-TAAH.
Is Miftah mentioned in the Quran?
The plural mafātiḥ appears in 'And with Him are the keys of the unseen; none knows them except Him' (Quran 6:59).