Mwanahamisi
Mwanahamisi is a Muslim girl name meaning “Child of Thursday”.
| Meaning | Child of Thursday |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Swahili, Mwana + Arabic Khamīs |
| Pronunciation | mwah-nah-hah-MEE-see |
| Arabic root | خ م س (kh-m-s) — five |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mwanahamisi
Mwanahamisi is the full form of the Swahili name meaning 'child of Thursday'. It joins mwana, 'child', with Hamisi, from the Arabic Khamīs, 'Thursday'. Girls born on a Thursday are often given it, and it is shortened in daily use to Mwanamisi or Mwamisi.
Is Mwanahamisi a Muslim name?
Yes. Mwanahamisi is a Muslim Swahili name meaning 'child of Thursday'.
Where is the name Mwanahamisi used?
Used in Tanzania, Zanzibar and Kenya.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mwanahamisi mean?
Mwanahamisi means 'Child of Thursday'. It comes from Swahili, Mwana + Arabic Khamīs.
Is Mwanahamisi a Muslim name?
Yes. Mwanahamisi is a Muslim Swahili name meaning 'child of Thursday'.
How do you pronounce Mwanahamisi?
Mwanahamisi is pronounced mwah-nah-hah-MEE-see.