Mounia
Mounia is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “A single wish, a hope”.
| Meaning | A single wish, a hope |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | منية |
| Pronunciation | MOON-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | North Africa |
Meaning and origin of Mounia
Mounia is how North Africans write Munya, the singular of munā, meaning one wish or a hope the heart longs for. The French-style 'ou' stands in for the Arabic u. Parents in Morocco and Algeria took to it warmly in the later twentieth century, and it became a favourite for girls. It sits in the same family as Mouna and Muna.
Is Mounia a Muslim name?
Mounia, or Munya, is an Arabic name meaning 'a wish', given widely by Muslim families in North Africa. It does not come from the Quran but carries a hopeful meaning.
How popular is Mounia?
Very common in Morocco and Algeria and among North Africans in France.
Gifts with the name Mounia
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Spellings and variants of Mounia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mounia mean?
Mounia means 'A single wish, a hope'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Mounia a Muslim name?
Mounia, or Munya, is an Arabic name meaning 'a wish', given widely by Muslim families in North Africa. It does not come from the Quran but carries a hopeful meaning.
How do you pronounce Mounia?
Mounia is pronounced MOON-yah.
Is Mounia a boy or girl name?
Mounia is usually a girl name.