Meaning & Origin
Maymuna (ميمونة) is a female given name of Arabic origin. Derived from the Arabic root yamana (to be lucky, to go to the right), it means "auspicious, blessed" or "favourable." The name is closely related to the Arabic word yumn (blessing).The most famous historical bearer is Maymunah bint al-Harith, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad. She was married to the Prophet in 629 CE (7 AH), and her name highlights the concept of divine blessing in Islamic tradition. Maymuna is also the name of a Yemeni poet, Maymunah Abu Bakr, and a Nigerian mental health advocate, Maymunah Kadiri.Variant spellings include Maimunah and Maymunah. In Malay culture, the form Maimunah is common. The name remains popular across the Muslim world due to its positive meaning and religious associations.Meaning: auspicious, blessedOrigin: ArabicType: first nameUsage regions: Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities