Zamzam
Zamzam is a Muslim girl name meaning “The sacred well of Makkah”.
| Meaning | The sacred well of Makkah |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | زمزم |
| Pronunciation | ZAM-zam |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zamzam
Zamzam is the well in Makkah that sprang up for Hajar and her infant son Ismāʿīl, and its water is drunk by pilgrims to this day. The name is often linked to Hajar's call 'zummī, zummī' ('gather, gather') as the water flowed. As a girl's name it is especially popular in Somalia, Sudan and East Africa.
Is Zamzam a Muslim name?
Yes. Zamzam is a Muslim name taken from the blessed well in Makkah connected to Hajar and Prophet Ismāʿīl.
Where is the name Zamzam used?
Most common in Somalia, Sudan, Ethiopia and Kenya.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zamzam mean?
Zamzam means 'The sacred well of Makkah'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zamzam a Muslim name?
Yes. Zamzam is a Muslim name taken from the blessed well in Makkah connected to Hajar and Prophet Ismāʿīl.
How do you write Zamzam in Arabic?
Zamzam is written زمزم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zamzam?
Zamzam is pronounced ZAM-zam.