Tahera
Tahera is a Muslim girl name meaning “Pure, chaste, virtuous”.
| Meaning | Pure, chaste, virtuous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | طاهرة |
| Pronunciation | TAH-heh-rah |
| Arabic root | ط ه ر (ṭ-h-r) — purity |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Tahera
Tahera is a spelling of Ṭāhira, 'pure' or 'chaste', reflecting the e vowel heard in Persian, Urdu and Bengali pronunciation. Al-Ṭāhira was an honorific of Khadīja bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, given to her even before Islam for her virtue. The name is common in Bangladesh, India and Iran.
Is Tahera a Muslim name?
Yes. Tahera (Tahira) is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'pure', a title of Khadija.
Is Tahera in the Quran?
The root appears in the angels' words to Maryam: 'God has chosen you and purified you' (Quran 3:42).
Where is the name Tahera used?
Used in Bangladesh, India, Iran and Afghanistan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tahera mean?
Tahera means 'Pure, chaste, virtuous'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Tahera a Muslim name?
Yes. Tahera (Tahira) is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'pure', a title of Khadija.
How do you write Tahera in Arabic?
Tahera is written طاهرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Tahera?
Tahera is pronounced TAH-heh-rah.
Is Tahera mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in the angels' words to Maryam: 'God has chosen you and purified you' (Quran 3:42).