Saaima
Saaima is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “A woman who fasts”.
| Meaning | A woman who fasts |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | صائمة |
| Pronunciation | SAA-ee-mah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Saaima
Saaima is a spelling of Sa'ima, meaning a woman who fasts, from the Arabic root for fasting. It is the same name as Saima, which is very common in Pakistan. Some websites claim it means 'generous', but that is a mistake. The word is about fasting, a form of worship that the Quran ties to God-consciousness, and the name honours that devotion.
Is Saaima a Muslim name?
Saaima is a Muslim name for a woman who fasts, and the Quran counts among the righteous 'the men who fast and the women who fast' (Quran 33:35).
How popular is Saaima?
Saima is a very familiar name in Pakistan and India, while the spelling Saaima is used less often.
Gifts with the name Saaima
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Saaima
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saaima mean?
Saaima means 'A woman who fasts'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Saaima a Muslim name?
Saaima is a Muslim name for a woman who fasts, and the Quran counts among the righteous 'the men who fast and the women who fast' (Quran 33:35).
How do you pronounce Saaima?
Saaima is pronounced SAA-ee-mah.
Is Saaima a boy or girl name?
Saaima is usually a girl name.