Talhah
Talhah is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “A single acacia tree”.
| Meaning | A single acacia tree |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | طلحة |
| Pronunciation | TAL-hah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Talhah
Writing the name as Talhah keeps the final -h that represents the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa. The word itself refers to a thorny, shade-giving acacia that grows in the Arabian wilderness. Parents usually choose it to honour Ṭalḥa ibn ʿUbaydullāh of Quraysh, an early believer who suffered terrible wounds while guarding the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ at the Battle of Uhud. He is remembered as one of the ten Companions given the good news of Paradise.
Is Talhah a Muslim name?
This spelling carries the legacy of the Companion Ṭalḥa ibn ʿUbaydullāh, and the tree it names appears in the Quran's description of Paradise: 'and acacia trees (ṭalḥ) layered with fruit' (Quran 56:29).
How popular is Talhah?
English-speaking Muslims and some Gulf and South Asian families choose this spelling for its -ah ending.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Talhah mean?
Talhah means 'A single acacia tree'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Talhah a Muslim name?
This spelling carries the legacy of the Companion Ṭalḥa ibn ʿUbaydullāh, and the tree it names appears in the Quran's description of Paradise: 'and acacia trees (ṭalḥ) layered with fruit' (Quran 56:29).
How do you pronounce Talhah?
Talhah is pronounced TAL-hah.
Is Talhah a boy or girl name?
Talhah is usually a boy name.