Mwanaheri
Mwanaheri is a Muslim girl name meaning “Child of goodness, blessed child”.
| Meaning | Child of goodness, blessed child |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Swahili, Mwana + heri (Arabic khayr) |
| Pronunciation | mwah-nah-HEH-ree |
| Arabic root | خ ي ر (kh-y-r) — good |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mwanaheri
Mwanaheri joins the Swahili mwana, 'child', with heri, 'goodness, blessing', which comes from the Arabic khayr. It means 'child of goodness' or 'blessed child'. Swahili usually turns the Arabic kh into h, though the spelling Mwanakheri keeps the older sound.
Is Mwanaheri a Muslim name?
Yes. Mwanaheri is a Muslim Swahili name meaning 'child of goodness', from the Arabic khayr.
Where is the name Mwanaheri used?
Used in Zanzibar and coastal Tanzania.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mwanaheri mean?
Mwanaheri means 'Child of goodness, blessed child'. It comes from Swahili, Mwana + heri (Arabic khayr).
Is Mwanaheri a Muslim name?
Yes. Mwanaheri is a Muslim Swahili name meaning 'child of goodness', from the Arabic khayr.
How do you pronounce Mwanaheri?
Mwanaheri is pronounced mwah-nah-HEH-ree.