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IlmaanaIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Knowledge, Education

Pronunciation: il-MAH-nah

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Name
Ilmaana
Meaning
Knowledge, Education
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Pashto, Hindi, English
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
il-MAH-nah
Lucky Number
11
11
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Ilmaana mean?

Ilmaana is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Knowledge". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: il-MAH-nah. Lucky number: 11. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

الماء

الماء مطلب ہے وہ لڑکی جو جلدی سیکھتی اور سمجھتی ہے

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

إلماء

إلماء تعني الفتاة التي تعلم و تفهم بسرعة

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

il-MAH-nah

IPA

/ɪlˈmɑːnɑ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

11

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

BlueTurquoise

Lucky Stone

Lapis Lazuli

Life Path Number

11

Numerology meaning: Individuals with the name Ilmaana are natural teachers and healers. They possess a deep understanding of the world and a strong intuition. They have a unique ability to connect with others and inspire growth and transformation.

Personality

Personality Traits

WiseIntelligentCuriousM = Gentle

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

May this name inspire a lifelong pursuit of knowledge and wisdom.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Ilmaana holds significant cultural importance in Islamic societies. Education is highly valued in Islam, and the pursuit of knowledge is considered a lifelong endeavor. The Holy Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) said, "Seeking knowledge is an obligation on every Muslim." (Bukhari and Muslim) The name Ilmaana can serve as a great reminder of the importance of education and the pursuit of knowledge.
From a spiritual perspective, knowledge in Islam is considered a means of gaining closer to Allah. The Prophet said, "The believer's shade on the Day of Resurrection will be his good character." (Bukhari) Knowledge and good character go hand in hand in Islam. By acquiring knowledge, a person not only becomes a better member of society but also becomes a better servant of Allah. The name Ilmaana can serve as a reminder of the spiritual benefits of education and the importance of using knowledge to serve Allah and benefit others.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ilmaana is mentioned in the book 'The Golden Age of Islam' by Ibn Khaldun The name Ilmaana carried significant weight in that era.

14th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Ilmaana

Ilmaana means a girl who learns and understands quickly

🇵🇰Urdu

الماء

الماء مطلب ہے وہ لڑکی جو جلدی سیکھتی اور سمجھتی ہے

🇸🇦Arabic

إلماء

إلماء تعني الفتاة التي تعلم و تفهم بسرعة

🇮🇳Hindi

इलमा

इलमा का अर्थ है वह लड़की जो जल्दी सीखती और समझती है

🇦🇫Pashto

الماء

الماء معنی یې هغه نجلۍ ده چی چټکې زده کړي او پوه شي

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