Tahmineh
Tahmineh is a Muslim girl name meaning “Strong, brave; wife of Rostam”.
| Meaning | Strong, brave; wife of Rostam |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Arabic spelling | تهمینه |
| Pronunciation | tah-mee-NEH |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Tahmineh
Tahmineh is the princess of Samangan in Ferdowsi's Shahnameh who marries the hero Rostam and becomes the mother of Sohrab. The name is usually connected with Persian tahm, 'strong, brave', the same element found in Rostam's epithet Tahamtan. It is a classic Persian girl's name, also used in Afghanistan, Pakistan and Bangladesh as Tahmina.
Is Tahmineh a Muslim name?
Tahmineh is a Persian name from the Shahnameh, not Arabic, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Iran and South Asia.
Where is the name Tahmineh used?
Tahmineh in Iran; Tahmina and Tehmina are common in South Asia and Central Asia.
Gifts with the name Tahmineh
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tahmineh mean?
Tahmineh means 'Strong, brave; wife of Rostam'. It comes from Persian.
Is Tahmineh a Muslim name?
Tahmineh is a Persian name from the Shahnameh, not Arabic, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Iran and South Asia.
How do you write Tahmineh in Arabic?
Tahmineh is written تهمینه in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Tahmineh?
Tahmineh is pronounced tah-mee-NEH.