Surajo
Surajo is a Muslim boy name meaning “Lamp, light”.
| Meaning | Lamp, light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa form |
| Arabic spelling | سراج |
| Pronunciation | soo-RAH-joh |
| Arabic root | س ر ج (s-r-j) — lamp |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Surajo
Surajo is the Hausa form of Sirāj, 'lamp', often short for Sirāj al-Dīn, 'lamp of the faith'. The Quran describes the Prophet ﷺ as 'an illuminating lamp', which makes this a cherished name. Hausa changes the first vowel and ends the name in -o.
Is Surajo a Muslim name?
Yes. Surajo is the Hausa form of Siraj, an Arabic name meaning lamp, used for the Prophet ﷺ in the Quran.
Is Surajo in the Quran?
The Prophet ﷺ is called 'one who invites to Allah by His permission, and an illuminating lamp (sirājan munīrā)' (Quran 33:46).
Where is the name Surajo used?
Used among Hausa Muslims in northern Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Surajo mean?
Surajo means 'Lamp, light'. It comes from Arabic, Hausa form.
Is Surajo a Muslim name?
Yes. Surajo is the Hausa form of Siraj, an Arabic name meaning lamp, used for the Prophet ﷺ in the Quran.
How do you write Surajo in Arabic?
Surajo is written سراج in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Surajo?
Surajo is pronounced soo-RAH-joh.
Is Surajo mentioned in the Quran?
The Prophet ﷺ is called 'one who invites to Allah by His permission, and an illuminating lamp (sirājan munīrā)' (Quran 33:46).