"fortunate, lucky"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
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Blessed and auspicious — a name carried by a Mother of the Believers
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The Story of Maymunah
Maymunah is a classical Arabic name derived from the root ya-m-n, related to concepts of blessedness, good fortune, and right-handedness (the right side being associated with auspiciousness in Arabic culture). The name carries deep Islamic significance as Maymunah bint al-Harith was one of the wives of the Prophet Muhammad, making her one of the Mothers of the Believers. This connection gives the name elevated religious prestige in Muslim communities.
Maymunah has been a consistent choice in Muslim communities across the Arab world, South Asia, and African Muslim communities for over a millennium. It experienced renewed interest as Muslims worldwide seek names of the Sahabiyat (female companions of the Prophet) for their daughters.
Maymunah bint al-Harith was the last woman the Prophet Muhammad married, and she is honored as one of the Mothers of the Believers in Islam. Naming a daughter Maymunah is an expression of deep religious devotion and hope that the child will be blessed and fortunate.
Historical Record
Maymunah first appeared in US Social Security records in 2001.
Over 134 babies have been named Maymunah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maymunah is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #6,552 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Maymunah bint al-Harith was one of the wives of Prophet Muhammad, making this name deeply honored in Islam
- The Arabic root ya-m-n gives us words for blessed, fortunate and the right hand
- This name is popular across the Muslim world from Morocco to Malaysia, showing remarkable cross-cultural reach
Maymunah in Other Languages
Urdu
میمونہ
Hausa
Maimuna
Arabic
ميمونة
Persian
میمونه
Turkish
Meymune
Popularity Over Time
#6,552
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Maymunah
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Maymunah bint al-Harith
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Wife of the Prophet Muhammad and one of the Mothers of the Believers in Islam, known for her piety and knowledge of hadi...
Wife of the Prophet Muhammad and one of the Mothers of the Believers in Islam, known for her piety and knowledge of hadith
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Maimuna (various scholars)
Religious
Name borne by several early Islamic scholars and pious women in the first centuries of Islam
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #6,552
- Total SSA Count
- 18
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Islamic South Asian African Muslim
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Maym
Mona
Moona
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maymunah
What does the name Maymunah mean?
"fortunate, lucky" (from Arabic). Maymunah is a classical Arabic name derived from the root ya-m-n, related to concepts of blessedness, good fortune, and right-handedness (the right side being associated with auspiciousness in Arabic culture). The name carries deep Islamic significance as Maymunah bint al-Harith was one of the wives of the Prophet Muhammad, making her one of the Mothers of the Believers. This connection gives the name elevated religious prestige in Muslim communities.
What is the origin of the name Maymunah?
Maymunah has Arabic, Islamic, South Asian, and African Muslim origins. In Arabic, it means "fortunate, lucky".
Is Maymunah a boy or girl name?
Maymunah is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Maymunah?
Maymunah is currently ranked #6552 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Maymunah?
Common nicknames for Maymunah include Maym, Mona, and Moona.
What are good middle names for Maymunah?
Popular middle name pairings include Maymunah Fatima, Maymunah Zainab, Maymunah Aisha, Maymunah Khadijah, Maymunah Maryam, and Maymunah Nour.
What are good sibling names for Maymunah?
Names that pair well with Maymunah as siblings include Maryam, Fatima, Zainab, Khadijah, Hafsa, Asma, and Safiyya.
How many syllables does Maymunah have?
Maymunah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Maymunah a common or rare name?
Maymunah is an uncommon name, ranked #6552 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Maymunah
Maymunah is a girl name with Arabic, Islamic, South Asian, and African Muslim origins . The name means "fortunate, lucky" in Arabic .
Maymunah is currently ranked #6,552 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Maymunah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Maymunah include Maym, Mona, and Moona. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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