Ikraan
Ikraan is a Muslim girl name of Somali, from Arabic Ikram origin, meaning “Honour, respect”.
| Meaning | Honour, respect |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali, from Arabic Ikram |
| Pronunciation | ik-RAAN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Somalia, Kenya, Ethiopia |
Meaning and origin of Ikraan
Ikraan is a Somali girls' name usually seen as a local form of the Arabic Ikram, which means honour and generosity. In the Somali version the final consonant has shifted to -n. Somali parents, both in the Horn of Africa and overseas, have made it a popular choice. In Arabic itself, though, Ikraan is not used as a name, so it is a distinctly Somali creation.
Is Ikraan a Muslim name?
Ikraan is a Muslim name used by Somali families and usually understood as a form of Ikram, meaning honour.
How popular is Ikraan?
It is common among Somalis in Somalia, Kenya, Ethiopia and the diaspora.
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Spellings and variants of Ikraan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ikraan mean?
Ikraan means 'Honour, respect'. It is of Somali, from Arabic Ikram origin.
Is Ikraan a Muslim name?
Ikraan is a Muslim name used by Somali families and usually understood as a form of Ikram, meaning honour.
How do you pronounce Ikraan?
Ikraan is pronounced ik-RAAN.
Is Ikraan a boy or girl name?
Ikraan is usually a girl name.