Sikiru
Sikiru is a Muslim boy name meaning “Remembrance (of God)”.
| Meaning | Remembrance (of God) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Yoruba form |
| Arabic spelling | ذكر |
| Pronunciation | SEE-kee-roo |
| Arabic root | ذ ك ر (dh-k-r) — remembrance |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sikiru
Sikiru is the Yoruba form of Dhikr, 'remembrance', usually understood as the remembrance of God; it is often short for Dhikrullah. Yoruba turns dh into s and adds vowels to break up the consonants. Fuji music pioneer Sikiru Ayinde Barrister is a famous bearer.
Is Sikiru a Muslim name?
Yes. Sikiru is the Yoruba form of Dhikr, the remembrance of God.
Is Sikiru in the Quran?
'Verily, in the remembrance (dhikr) of Allah do hearts find rest' (Quran 13:28).
Where is the name Sikiru used?
Common among Yoruba Muslims in south-western Nigeria.
Gifts with the name Sikiru
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Spellings and variants of Sikiru
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sikiru mean?
Sikiru means 'Remembrance (of God)'. It comes from Arabic, Yoruba form.
Is Sikiru a Muslim name?
Yes. Sikiru is the Yoruba form of Dhikr, the remembrance of God.
How do you write Sikiru in Arabic?
Sikiru is written ذكر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sikiru?
Sikiru is pronounced SEE-kee-roo.
Is Sikiru mentioned in the Quran?
'Verily, in the remembrance (dhikr) of Allah do hearts find rest' (Quran 13:28).