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Me'rajIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Journey to the Heavens

Pronunciation: meh-RAHJ

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Name
Me'raj
Meaning
Journey to the Heavens
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
meh-RAHJ
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Me'raj mean?

Me'raj is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Journey to the Heavens". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: meh-RAHJ. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

معraj

اُچھل پڑنا آسمان کی طرف

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

معراج

الارتفاع إلى السماء

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

meh-RAHJ

IPA

/mɪˈrɑːdʒ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Me'raj is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Journey to the Heavens. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

GoldSilverWhite

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creative, artistic, and expressive

Personality

Personality Traits

AspirationalSpiritualDeterminedIntrospectiveReflectiveContemplative

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes a spiritual journey and connection with the divine.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Me'raj is a significant milestone in Islamic history, as it commemorates the ascension of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) to the heavens, which is mentioned in the Quran (chapter 53, Al-Qasyas, verses 1-18). This event is celebrated by Muslims around the world, in cities like Jerusalem and Mecca, and is a topic of various artistic and literary expressions. It adds to the rich cultural legacy of the Islamic tradition and helps Muslims to connect with their history and legacy.
Me'raj represents a journey of spiritual ascent and divine connection. This event demonstrates the close relationship between God and His Prophet, as well as the potential for human beings to ascend closer to the divine presence. Me'raj is also a reminder of the importance of seeking knowledge and understanding, and the significance of virtuous actions and intentions in one's spiritual journey. The name embodies the idea that through faith, devotion, and obedience to God, one can hope to achieve a higher, more profound state of spiritual understanding and closeness to the divine.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that The Quran, 17:1 The name Me'raj carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Muhammad Me'raj Alam (Bangladeshi Poet)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Me'raj

ascension to heaven

🇵🇰Urdu

معraj

اُچھل پڑنا آسمان کی طرف

🇸🇦Arabic

معراج

الارتفاع إلى السماء

🇮🇳Hindi

मेराज

आकाश की ओर ऊंचा उठना

🇦🇫Pashto

مراج

پورته کېدل په اسمان خوا

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