Arooj
Arooj is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, via Urdu origin, meaning “Ascent, rise, height”.
| Meaning | Ascent, rise, height |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, via Urdu |
| Written as | عروج |
| Pronunciation | ah-ROOJ |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Arooj
Arooj is the Arabic ʿurūj, 'ascent' or 'rising', from a root meaning to ascend. Urdu speakers use it for reaching the peak of success. The root is the same one that gives miʿrāj, the Ascension of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which adds a spiritual note to the name. It is used mostly in Pakistan, where parents like its sense of rising to great heights.
Is Arooj a Muslim name?
Arooj means ascent and is related to Miʿraj, the Prophet's ﷺ Ascension. The root appears in 'The angels and the Spirit ascend (taʿruju) to Him' (Quran 70:4).
How popular is Arooj?
Arooj is common in Pakistan.
Gifts with the name Arooj
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Spellings and variants of Arooj
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arooj mean?
Arooj means 'Ascent, rise, height'. It is of Arabic, via Urdu origin.
Is Arooj a Muslim name?
Arooj means ascent and is related to Miʿraj, the Prophet's ﷺ Ascension. The root appears in 'The angels and the Spirit ascend (taʿruju) to Him' (Quran 70:4).
How do you pronounce Arooj?
Arooj is pronounced ah-ROOJ.
Is Arooj a boy or girl name?
Arooj is usually a girl name.