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IkramahIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

generosity

Pronunciation: ik-RAH-mah

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Name
Ikramah
Meaning
generosity
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ik-RAH-mah
Lucky Number
4
4
Lucky Number
Tuesday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Ikramah mean?

Ikramah is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "generosity". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: ik-RAH-mah. Lucky number: 4. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

اکرامہ

اکرامہ کا مطلب ہے احترام، تکریم اور عزت کرنا

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

إكرامة

إكرامة تعني التكريم والإجلال والاحترام في اللغة العربية

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ik-RAH-mah

IPA

/ɪkˈrɑːmə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Ikramah is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is generosity. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

4

Lucky Day

Tuesday

Lucky Colors

yellowgold

Lucky Stone

Topaz

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: represents harmony, balance, and understanding

Personality

Personality Traits

generouskindcompassionatelovingselflesshumbleforgivingpatientcharitable

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

represents the quality of being kind, generous, and compassionate towards others and oneself

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Ikramah holds deep cultural significance in the Islamic world. It is derived from the Arabic word "ikramah," which means kindness, generosity, and compassion. In Islamic culture, the virtue of kindness is highly valued and encouraged. Ikramah is not just a name, but a reminder of this essential quality that Muslims should cultivate in their daily lives. The person named Ikramah acts as a role model, exemplifying the true essence of Islam, which calls for treating others with kindness, respect, and generosity.
The name Ikramah also holds great spiritual significance, reflecting the moral and ethical values that Muslims are called to uphold. In Islamic teachings, being kind, compassionate, and generous is considered a path to achieving nearness to Allah. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "Give charity without delay, for it keeps away calamity." (Bukhari and Muslim). By embodying the qualities of kindness, generosity, and compassion, a person named Ikramah is not only fulfilling the cultural expectations of being a good Muslim but also striving towards spiritual growth and closeness to Allah. The name serves as a constant reminder that being kind, to both the believers and the disbelievers, is a part of living a God-conscious life.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ibn Kathir, Al-Bidayah Wa Al-Nihayah, Volume 4, Page 174-175 The name Ikramah carried significant weight in that era.

632 AD (11 Hijri)

Historical records show that Ibn Hisham, Sirat Rasul Allah, Volume 1, Page 237 The name Ikramah carried significant weight in that era.

624 AD (3 Hijri)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Ikramah

Ikramah means honor, respect, and generosity in Arabic

🇵🇰Urdu

اکرامہ

اکرامہ کا مطلب ہے احترام، تکریم اور عزت کرنا

🇸🇦Arabic

إكرامة

إكرامة تعني التكريم والإجلال والاحترام في اللغة العربية

🇮🇳Hindi

इकरामाह

इकरामाह का अर्थ है सम्मान, आदर और इज़्ज़त करना

🇦🇫Pashto

إکرامہ

د إکرامہ مطلب دے د احترام، تکریم او عزت کولو

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