Mwanamisi

girlSwahili, Mwana + (Kha)misi

Mwanamisi is a Muslim girl name meaning “Child of Thursday”.

MeaningChild of Thursday
GenderGirl
OriginSwahili, Mwana + (Kha)misi
Pronunciationmwah-nah-MEE-see
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Mwanamisi

Mwanamisi is a shortened form of Mwanahamisi, 'child of Thursday', where misi comes from Hamisi, the Swahili form of Arabic Khamīs. It is given to girls born on a Thursday, following the coastal custom of day names. The contraction makes the name easier to say in everyday speech.

Is Mwanamisi a Muslim name?

Yes. Mwanamisi is a Muslim Swahili name meaning 'child of Thursday', from the Arabic Khamis.

Where is the name Mwanamisi used?

Used in Tanzania and coastal Kenya.

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Spellings and variants of Mwanamisi

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Mwanamisi mean?

Mwanamisi means 'Child of Thursday'. It comes from Swahili, Mwana + (Kha)misi.

Is Mwanamisi a Muslim name?

Yes. Mwanamisi is a Muslim Swahili name meaning 'child of Thursday', from the Arabic Khamis.

How do you pronounce Mwanamisi?

Mwanamisi is pronounced mwah-nah-MEE-see.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.