Dhakira
Dhakira is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “One who remembers God”.
| Meaning | One who remembers God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ذاكرة |
| Pronunciation | DHAA-ki-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Dhakira
Dhakira comes from the verb dhakara, to remember; in its feminine participle form it names a woman who keeps God constantly in mind through dhikr. The Quran praises the men and women who remember Allah often, which gives the name deep devotional weight. In South Asia the letter dhāl is pronounced as z, so families there usually say and write it Zakira.
Is Dhakira a Muslim name?
Dhakira is an Arabic Muslim name drawn from a Quranic term of praise: 'the men who remember Allah often and the women who do so (al-dhākirāt)' (Quran 33:35).
How popular is Dhakira?
Arab families use it as Dhakira, while in South Asia it appears as Zakira.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dhakira mean?
Dhakira means 'One who remembers God'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Dhakira a Muslim name?
Dhakira is an Arabic Muslim name drawn from a Quranic term of praise: 'the men who remember Allah often and the women who do so (al-dhākirāt)' (Quran 33:35).
How do you pronounce Dhakira?
Dhakira is pronounced DHAA-ki-rah.
Is Dhakira a boy or girl name?
Dhakira is usually a girl name.