Zamzam
Zamzam is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “The sacred well of Makkah”.
| Meaning | The sacred well of Makkah |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | زمزم |
| Pronunciation | ZAM-zam |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Somalia, Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya |
Meaning and origin of Zamzam
Zamzam is the name of the well in Makkah that burst forth for Hajar and her baby son Ismāʿīl. Pilgrims still drink its water today. The name is often connected with Hajar's cry of zummī, zummī, meaning gather, gather, as the water began to flow. As a name for girls it is especially loved in Somalia, Sudan and East Africa.
Is Zamzam a Muslim name?
Named after the blessed well of Makkah, Zamzam recalls Hajar and Prophet Ismāʿīl. It reminds Muslims of God's care for a mother and her child.
How popular is Zamzam?
Somali, Sudanese, Ethiopian and Kenyan families use it most.
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Spellings and variants of Zamzam
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zamzam mean?
Zamzam means 'The sacred well of Makkah'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Zamzam a Muslim name?
Named after the blessed well of Makkah, Zamzam recalls Hajar and Prophet Ismāʿīl. It reminds Muslims of God's care for a mother and her child.
How do you pronounce Zamzam?
Zamzam is pronounced ZAM-zam.
Is Zamzam a boy or girl name?
Zamzam is usually a girl name.