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ShaistahIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Graceful, Beautiful, Moon

Pronunciation: shay-ee-stah

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Name
Shaistah
Meaning
Graceful, Beautiful, Moon
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
shay-ee-stah
Lucky Number
2
2
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Shaistah mean?

Shaistah is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Graceful". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: shay-ee-stah. Lucky number: 2. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

شائستہ

شائستہ نام کا مطلب ہے خوبصورت، قابل احترام، اور مہذب

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

شائستہ

اسم شائستہ معنی ہے خوبصورت، محترم، اور تہذیب یافتہ

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

shay-ee-stah

IPA

/ʃɑːˈɪstə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

2

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

SilverGrayWhite

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

11

Numerology meaning: A name for a woman who is destined to inspire and lead, with a deep intuition and connection to the spiritual world.

Personality

Personality Traits

GracefulBeautifulMajesticMysteriousIntrospectiveReflective

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name for a woman who embodies the spiritual grace and beauty of the moon, inspiring awe and reverence.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Shaista" celebrates the feminine virtue of beauty, both outward and inward. In some countries, especially among the Urdu-speaking population, it is associated with elegance, sophistication, and refinement. The name is a source of pride for families and echoes a long tradition of valuing and appreciating the qualities of women.
In Islamic tradition, the moon represents inner guidance, divine wisdom, and the connection between Allah and His creation. The name "Shaista" can be seen as a reminder of the inner beauty bestowed upon us by Allah. It can serve as an inspiration to strive for personal growth, wisdom, and grace, both in our outer appearance and our inner qualities, ultimately reflecting the divine essence within us.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Shaistah is mentioned in the book 'Kitab al-Aghani' The name Shaistah carried significant weight in that era.

10th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Shaistah

beautiful, respected, and refined

🇵🇰Urdu

شائستہ

شائستہ نام کا مطلب ہے خوبصورت، قابل احترام، اور مہذب

🇸🇦Arabic

شائستہ

اسم شائستہ معنی ہے خوبصورت، محترم، اور تہذیب یافتہ

🇮🇳Hindi

शाइस्ता

शाइस्ता नाम का अर्थ है सुंदर, सम्मानित, और सभ्य

🇦🇫Pashto

شائسته

شائسته نوم معنی دا ښکلی، درناوی، او متمدن

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