Nauman
Nauman is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Blessing; in classical Arabic also blood”.
| Meaning | Blessing; in classical Arabic also blood |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نعمان |
| Pronunciation | noh-MAAN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Nauman
Nauman (now-MAAN) is a South Asian way of writing Nuʿmān. Its root n-ʿ-m is the root of niʿma, blessing, while the old Arabic dictionaries also list nuʿmān as a word for blood, so name books often give both senses. The name has a distinguished history. Al-Nuʿmān ibn Bashīr was a Companion of the Prophet ﷺ, and Imam Abū Ḥanīfa, who founded the Hanafi school of law, was named al-Nuʿmān ibn Thābit.
Is Nauman a Muslim name?
Nauman is a form of Nuʿman, a name carried by several Companions and by Imam Abu Hanifa, which gives it real standing among Muslims.
How popular is Nauman?
Nauman is very common in Pakistan and India, while Numan or Nouman is used in the Arab world and Turkey.
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Spellings and variants of Nauman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nauman mean?
Nauman means 'Blessing; in classical Arabic also blood'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Nauman a Muslim name?
Nauman is a form of Nuʿman, a name carried by several Companions and by Imam Abu Hanifa, which gives it real standing among Muslims.
How do you pronounce Nauman?
Nauman is pronounced noh-MAAN.
Is Nauman a boy or girl name?
Nauman is usually a boy name.