Miraç
Miraç is a Muslim boy name meaning “Ascension; ladder to the heavens”.
| Meaning | Ascension; ladder to the heavens |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Miʿrāj |
| Arabic spelling | معراج |
| Pronunciation | mee-RAHCH |
| Arabic root | ع ر ج (ʿ-r-j) — to ascend, to climb |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Miraç
Miraç is the Turkish spelling of Arabic miʿrāj, 'ladder' or 'means of ascent'. The word is best known as the name of the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ night ascension through the heavens, commemorated in Turkey as Miraç Kandili. As a given name it expresses spiritual elevation, and it is used for boys and occasionally for girls.
Is Miraç a Muslim name?
Yes. Miraç is a Muslim name drawn from the Miʿrāj, the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ heavenly ascension. It is popular with religious Turkish families.
Is Miraç in the Quran?
The word miʿrāj is not in the Quran, but its root appears in 'The angels and the Spirit ascend to Him' (Quran 70:4).
Where is the name Miraç used?
Used mainly in Turkey; the forms Miraj and Meraj appear in South Asia.
Gifts with the name Miraç
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Miraç mean?
Miraç means 'Ascension; ladder to the heavens'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Miʿrāj.
Is Miraç a Muslim name?
Yes. Miraç is a Muslim name drawn from the Miʿrāj, the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ heavenly ascension. It is popular with religious Turkish families.
How do you write Miraç in Arabic?
Miraç is written معراج in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Miraç?
Miraç is pronounced mee-RAHCH.
Is Miraç mentioned in the Quran?
The word miʿrāj is not in the Quran, but its root appears in 'The angels and the Spirit ascend to Him' (Quran 70:4).