Yomna
Yomna is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Blessed; of the right hand”.
| Meaning | Blessed; of the right hand |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | يمنى |
| Pronunciation | YOOM-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Jordan, Palestine |
Meaning and origin of Yomna
Yomna is how Egyptians usually write Yumna, an Arabic word for the right hand or the right side. Muslims link the right with blessing and good fortune; on Judgement Day, the fortunate are called the people of the right. So the name suggests someone blessed. The o in the spelling follows Egyptian pronunciation, and Yumna is the more general form elsewhere.
Is Yomna a Muslim name?
Yomna, a spelling of Yumna, is especially loved by Egyptian Muslims, and its root appears in the phrase 'the companions of the right' (Quran 56:8).
How popular is Yomna?
It is very common in Egypt and is also found in Palestine and Jordan.
Gifts with the name Yomna
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Spellings and variants of Yomna
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yomna mean?
Yomna means 'Blessed; of the right hand'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Yomna a Muslim name?
Yomna, a spelling of Yumna, is especially loved by Egyptian Muslims, and its root appears in the phrase 'the companions of the right' (Quran 56:8).
How do you pronounce Yomna?
Yomna is pronounced YOOM-nah.
Is Yomna a boy or girl name?
Yomna is usually a girl name.