Saaima
Saaima is a Muslim girl name meaning “Fasting woman, one who fasts”.
| Meaning | Fasting woman, one who fasts |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | صائمة |
| Pronunciation | SAA-ee-mah |
| Arabic root | ص و م (ṣ-w-m) — fasting |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Saaima
Saaima is a spelling of Ṣāʾima, 'a woman who fasts'. It is the same name as the very common Pakistani Saima. The meaning sometimes given online, 'generous', is not correct; the word refers to fasting, an act of worship the Quran links with God-consciousness.
Is Saaima a Muslim name?
Yes. Saaima is a Muslim name meaning a woman who fasts, a form of the popular name Saima.
Is Saaima in the Quran?
The Quran lists among the righteous 'the men who fast and the women who fast' (Quran 33:35).
Where is the name Saaima used?
Saima is very common in Pakistan and India; Saaima is a less frequent spelling.
Gifts with the name Saaima
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Spellings and variants of Saaima
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saaima mean?
Saaima means 'Fasting woman, one who fasts'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Saaima a Muslim name?
Yes. Saaima is a Muslim name meaning a woman who fasts, a form of the popular name Saima.
How do you write Saaima in Arabic?
Saaima is written صائمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Saaima?
Saaima is pronounced SAA-ee-mah.
Is Saaima mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran lists among the righteous 'the men who fast and the women who fast' (Quran 33:35).