Taahirah
Taahirah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Pure and chaste”.
| Meaning | Pure and chaste |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | طاهرة |
| Pronunciation | TAH-hi-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Taahirah
Taahirah renders the Arabic Ṭāhira, marking the long vowel with a double 'aa' and adding a closing h for the feminine tāʾ marbūṭa. From the root ṭ-h-r, it means pure and chaste. The name calls to mind Khadijah, the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ first wife, who was known as al-Ṭāhira. Muslims who speak English, especially in South Africa and the United States, often favour this spelling.
Is Taahirah a Muslim name?
Taahirah means pure and recalls Khadijah, who was known by the title al-Tahira.
How popular is Taahirah?
It is mostly used in South Africa, the UK and the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Taahirah mean?
Taahirah means 'Pure and chaste'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Taahirah a Muslim name?
Taahirah means pure and recalls Khadijah, who was known by the title al-Tahira.
How do you pronounce Taahirah?
Taahirah is pronounced TAH-hi-rah.
Is Taahirah a boy or girl name?
Taahirah is usually a girl name.