Miftah
Miftah is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Key, opener”.
| Meaning | Key, opener |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | مفتاح |
| Pronunciation | mif-TAAH |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | North Africa, Malaysia, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Miftah
Miftah is a key, the tool that unlocks a door. Its root is f-t-ḥ, to open, which also gives fatḥ, opening or victory, and al-Fattāḥ, the Opener, one of the divine names. Libyans and other North Africans give it to boys. In Indonesia and Malaysia it is more often part of a longer name, as in Miftahul Huda, key of guidance.
Is Miftah a Muslim name?
Muslims in North Africa and Southeast Asia use Miftah, an Arabic name meaning key. The plural mafātiḥ appears in 'And with Him are the keys of the unseen; none knows them except Him' (Quran 6:59).
How popular is Miftah?
Found in Libya and North Africa, and in compound names in Indonesia and Malaysia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Miftah mean?
Miftah means 'Key, opener'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Miftah a Muslim name?
Muslims in North Africa and Southeast Asia use Miftah, an Arabic name meaning key. The plural mafātiḥ appears in 'And with Him are the keys of the unseen; none knows them except Him' (Quran 6:59).
How do you pronounce Miftah?
Miftah is pronounced mif-TAAH.
Is Miftah a boy or girl name?
Miftah is usually a boy name.