Unaiza
Unaiza is a Muslim girl name meaning “Little she-goat”.
| Meaning | Little she-goat |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عنيزة |
| Pronunciation | oo-NAI-zah |
| Arabic root | ع ن ز (ʿ-n-z) — goat |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Unaiza
Unaiza (ʿUnayza) is a diminutive of ʿanz, a she-goat, an old type of Arabic name drawn from desert life. ʿUnayza is also the name of a major town in the Qassim region of Saudi Arabia, and in pre-Islamic poetry it appears as the name of the beloved in Imruʾ al-Qays's famous ode. Today it is used as a girl's name mostly in Pakistan.
Is Unaiza a Muslim name?
Yes. Unaiza is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, especially in Pakistan.
Where is the name Unaiza used?
Used in Pakistan and India; in Saudi Arabia it is better known as a place name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Unaiza mean?
Unaiza means 'Little she-goat'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Unaiza a Muslim name?
Yes. Unaiza is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, especially in Pakistan.
How do you write Unaiza in Arabic?
Unaiza is written عنيزة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Unaiza?
Unaiza is pronounced oo-NAI-zah.