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Tihama

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Meaning

Coastal plain of Arabia

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic تهامة
Urdu تہامہ
Persian تیهاما
Bengali তিহামা
Pashto تیهاما

Alternate Spellings

Tihama is a feminine title rich in history, originating from Arabic roots. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Coastal plain of Arabia', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic regions, Tihama has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Tihama is the historic coastal plain of western Arabia along the Red Sea.

Reference Profile

Etymology

The name of Tihamah, the historic coastal lowland region along the western Arabian Peninsula and Red Sea.

Notable Historical Usage

Tihamah is the Red Sea coastal plain of Arabia, running below the highlands past Jeddah, the port of Mecca, and long the route of pilgrims arriving by sea.

Cultural / Regional Usage

A less commonly used given name, found across various Muslim-majority regions.