Suheer
Suheer is a Muslim girl name meaning “Wakefulness; one who stays awake at night”.
| Meaning | Wakefulness; one who stays awake at night |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سهير |
| Pronunciation | soo-HEER |
| Arabic root | س ه ر (s-h-r) — to stay awake at night |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Suheer
Suheer is a spelling of Suhayr (سهير), mainly a girl's name, from the root of sahar, 'staying awake at night'. The idea evokes evening conversation and nights spent in remembrance. It became popular in Egypt in the twentieth century, where it is usually pronounced Soheir, as with the actress Soheir El Babli.
Is Suheer a Muslim name?
Yes. Suheer (Suhair) is an Arabic girl's name used by Muslim families, especially in Egypt and the Levant.
Where is the name Suheer used?
Most common in Egypt, Sudan and the Levant.
Gifts with the name Suheer
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Spellings and variants of Suheer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Suheer mean?
Suheer means 'Wakefulness; one who stays awake at night'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Suheer a Muslim name?
Yes. Suheer (Suhair) is an Arabic girl's name used by Muslim families, especially in Egypt and the Levant.
How do you write Suheer in Arabic?
Suheer is written سهير in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Suheer?
Suheer is pronounced soo-HEER.