Masuma
Masuma is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Innocent, protected from sin”.
| Meaning | Innocent, protected from sin |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | معصومة |
| Pronunciation | MAH-soo-mah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Pakistan, Iraq, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Masuma
Masuma, or Maʿṣūma, describes someone kept safe from sin and therefore innocent. Its root, ʿ-ṣ-m, means to protect or guard. Shia Muslims hold the name especially dear because it was the title of Fāṭima al-Maʿṣūma, whose brother was Imam ʿAlī al-Riḍā. Her shrine in Qom is one of the great pilgrimage sites of Iran, where the name is usually spelled Masoumeh.
Is Masuma a Muslim name?
Shia families especially cherish Masuma, meaning innocent, because of its link with Fāṭima al-Maʿṣūma of Qom.
How popular is Masuma?
Popular in Iran, Iraq and among South Asian Muslims, especially Shia families.
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Spellings and variants of Masuma
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Masuma mean?
Masuma means 'Innocent, protected from sin'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Masuma a Muslim name?
Shia families especially cherish Masuma, meaning innocent, because of its link with Fāṭima al-Maʿṣūma of Qom.
How do you pronounce Masuma?
Masuma is pronounced MAH-soo-mah.
Is Masuma a boy or girl name?
Masuma is usually a girl name.