Fakiha
Fakiha is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Fruit; cheerful, good-humoured”.
| Meaning | Fruit; cheerful, good-humoured |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | فاكهة |
| Pronunciation | FAH-kee-hah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Fakiha
Fakiha, or Fākiha, is the Arabic word for fruit. Its root also produces words for good cheer and lively, pleasant talk, so the name is read as both 'fruit' and 'cheerful'. The Quran uses the word again and again when it describes Paradise. It should not be mixed up with Fākhita, which was the name of Umm Hani, the daughter of Abu Talib.
Is Fakiha a Muslim name?
Fakiha is taken from a Quranic word, appearing in the description of the earth's blessings: 'in it is fruit and palm trees with sheathed clusters' (Quran 55:11).
How popular is Fakiha?
Given in Pakistan, India and the Arab world.
Gifts with the name Fakiha
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Fakiha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fakiha mean?
Fakiha means 'Fruit; cheerful, good-humoured'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Fakiha a Muslim name?
Fakiha is taken from a Quranic word, appearing in the description of the earth's blessings: 'in it is fruit and palm trees with sheathed clusters' (Quran 55:11).
How do you pronounce Fakiha?
Fakiha is pronounced FAH-kee-hah.
Is Fakiha a boy or girl name?
Fakiha is usually a girl name.