Burhanuddin
Burhanuddin is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Proof of the faith”.
| Meaning | Proof of the faith |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | برهان الدين |
| Pronunciation | bur-hah-nood-DEEN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Burhanuddin
Burhanuddin, or Burhān al-Dīn, means proof of the religion, joining burhān, proof, with dīn, faith. Like other names ending in -uddin, it started as an honorary title for scholars before becoming an ordinary personal name. Well-known bearers include Burhān al-Dīn al-Marghīnānī, who wrote the Hanafi legal work al-Hidāya, and Burhānuddīn Gharīb, a Sufi saint buried at Khuldabad in India. It is used widely across South and Southeast Asia.
Is Burhanuddin a Muslim name?
Burhanuddin, meaning proof of the faith, is a long-established Muslim name carried by several respected scholars.
How popular is Burhanuddin?
Used in India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Malaysia and Central Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Burhanuddin mean?
Burhanuddin means 'Proof of the faith'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Burhanuddin a Muslim name?
Burhanuddin, meaning proof of the faith, is a long-established Muslim name carried by several respected scholars.
How do you pronounce Burhanuddin?
Burhanuddin is pronounced bur-hah-nood-DEEN.
Is Burhanuddin a boy or girl name?
Burhanuddin is usually a boy name.