Mumina
Mumina is a Muslim girl name meaning “Believer, faithful woman”.
| Meaning | Believer, faithful woman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | مؤمنة |
| Pronunciation | MOO-mi-nah |
| Arabic root | أ م ن (ʾ-m-n) — to be safe, to believe |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mumina
Mumina is the Arabic muʾmina, a woman who believes, the feminine of muʾmin. It comes from the same root as īmān (faith) and amān (safety). Somali and Swahili speakers commonly drop the glottal stop and write it Mumina or Muumina. It is a simple, direct name expressing the hope that a daughter will be a woman of faith.
Is Mumina a Muslim name?
Yes. Mumina is a Muslim name meaning 'believing woman'. The word is used in the Quran to describe faithful women.
Is Mumina in the Quran?
The plural is used in the Quran: 'believing men and believing women' (al-muʾminīna wa-l-muʾmināt) (Quran 33:35).
Where is the name Mumina used?
Used among Somalis, in East Africa and in South Asia, where it is often spelled Momina.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mumina mean?
Mumina means 'Believer, faithful woman'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Mumina a Muslim name?
Yes. Mumina is a Muslim name meaning 'believing woman'. The word is used in the Quran to describe faithful women.
How do you write Mumina in Arabic?
Mumina is written مؤمنة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mumina?
Mumina is pronounced MOO-mi-nah.
Is Mumina mentioned in the Quran?
The plural is used in the Quran: 'believing men and believing women' (al-muʾminīna wa-l-muʾmināt) (Quran 33:35).