Ritaj
Ritaj is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Great gate; the door of the Kaaba”.
| Meaning | Great gate; the door of the Kaaba |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | رتاج |
| Pronunciation | ri-TAHJ |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan |
Meaning and origin of Ritaj
Ritaj is an old Arabic word for a big, solid door or gate, from a root meaning to close or lock. It is used in particular for the door of the Kaaba, sometimes called ritaj al-Ka'ba. Giving it to a girl is a modern custom, and it suggests something precious that is safely kept. The name has caught on in Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Jordan.
Is Ritaj a Muslim name?
Ritaj is an Arabic name chosen by Muslim families, valued for its link to the door of the Kaaba.
How popular is Ritaj?
It is a popular choice in Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Jordan.
Gifts with the name Ritaj
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Ritaj
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ritaj mean?
Ritaj means 'Great gate; the door of the Kaaba'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ritaj a Muslim name?
Ritaj is an Arabic name chosen by Muslim families, valued for its link to the door of the Kaaba.
How do you pronounce Ritaj?
Ritaj is pronounced ri-TAHJ.
Is Ritaj a boy or girl name?
Ritaj is usually a girl name.