Tahira
Tahira is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Pure, chaste and virtuous”.
| Meaning | Pure, chaste and virtuous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | طاهرة |
| Pronunciation | TAH-hi-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Tahira
Tahira is the feminine of Tahir, from the Arabic root ṭ-h-r, and means pure and chaste. Before Islam began, the people of Makkah already called Khadijah bint Khuwaylid al-Ṭāhira for her virtue. She became the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ first wife and the first person of all to accept Islam, and that history gives Tahira a special place in Muslim hearts.
Is Tahira a Muslim name?
Tahira means pure, and al-Tahira was the title of Khadijah, Mother of the Believers, so the name carries her memory.
How popular is Tahira?
It is common in Pakistan, India, the Arab world and, as Tahereh, Iran.
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Spellings and variants of Tahira
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tahira mean?
Tahira means 'Pure, chaste and virtuous'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Tahira a Muslim name?
Tahira means pure, and al-Tahira was the title of Khadijah, Mother of the Believers, so the name carries her memory.
How do you pronounce Tahira?
Tahira is pronounced TAH-hi-rah.
Is Tahira a boy or girl name?
Tahira is usually a girl name.