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Ramadan

/rah-mah-DAAN/

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Meaning

Holy month

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic رمضان
Urdu رمضان
Persian رمضان
Turkish Ramazan
Bengali রমজান
Pashto رمضان
If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Ramadan is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Holy month', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

In Quranic culture, names are more than labels; they are prayers. Ramadan is widely respected for its positive connotations. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Ramadan comes from the Arabic root r-m-d, relating to intense heat. It is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, named directly in the Quran (2:185) as the month in which the Quran was revealed.

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Etymology

From the Arabic root ر-م-ض (r-m-ḍ), associated with intense heat, reflecting the pre-Islamic Arabian calendar month's timing in the hot season.

Islamic Significance

The ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, and the month in which Muslims observe fasting from dawn to sunset, commemorating the month in which the Quran's revelation is traditionally held to have begun.

Quranic Connection

Named directly in Quran 2:185, which establishes the obligation of fasting during this month.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used as a given name across the Muslim world, particularly for boys born during the month itself.