Mina
Mina is a Muslim girl name of Persian; also Arabic place name origin, meaning “Azure enamel; also Mina near Makkah”.
| Meaning | Azure enamel; also Mina near Makkah |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian; also Arabic place name |
| Written as | مینا |
| Pronunciation | MEE-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Mina
Mina has two separate sources among Muslims. In Persian, mīnā is enamel or glass glazed blue, and so by extension the blue of the sky. Arabic Minā, by contrast, is the valley outside Makkah where pilgrims camp during Hajj and throw stones at the pillars. The name is well loved in Iran, Afghanistan and Turkey, and Arab families use it too.
Is Mina a Muslim name?
Muslim parents choose Mina either for its Persian sense of azure enamel or for the sacred valley of Mina outside Makkah.
How popular is Mina?
Common in Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey and Pakistan.
Gifts with the name Mina
- Mina name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Mina baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Mina
Names similar to Mina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mina mean?
Mina means 'Azure enamel; also Mina near Makkah'. It is of Persian; also Arabic place name origin.
Is Mina a Muslim name?
Muslim parents choose Mina either for its Persian sense of azure enamel or for the sacred valley of Mina outside Makkah.
How do you pronounce Mina?
Mina is pronounced MEE-nah.
Is Mina a boy or girl name?
Mina is usually a girl name.