Maymunah

“blessed” — Associated with blessings and good fortune

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9390US 2023

11Births / yr

↑Rising

84All-time births

📅 Since 200100

What does Maymunah mean and where does it come from?

Maymunah (مَيْمُونة) is a name of Arabic origin, commonly given to girls. The name is associated with blessings and good fortune. It is traditionally linked to a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, emphasizing its significance in Islamic culture. The name embodies positive qualities and is relatively

Cultural significance

Maymunah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of blessed.

Peak popularity

Reached #8602 in 2017 — currently #9390 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maymunah?

Maymunah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Maymunah Grace

How popular is Maymunah right now?

Rising — up 40 spots — currently #9390 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#9390 · Top 6.9%

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2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9390	11	▲ up 40
2022	#9430	11	▲ up 622 · +10% births
2021	#10052	10	▲ up 1531 · +25% births
2020	#11583	8	▲ up 984
2015	#12567	8	▲ up 3638 · +33% births
2010	#16205	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maymunah

Best Year2023Rank #9390

Peak Count11

Average Rank#11538

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2010 - 20236 years

The story of Maymunah

Maymunah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 84 total births recorded, Maymunah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16205 in 2010 to #9390 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maymunah in 2017:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Maymunah by decade

Maymunah peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	11
2010s ★	65
2020s	8

💎Maymunah has only 84 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maymunah?

Common

MayMaUnah

Famous people named Maymunah

Maymunah (Sufi mystic)

Maymunah used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Maymunah (historical Arab ruler)

Maymunah held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Maymunah (Sufi mystic)

Maymunah used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Maymunah (Islamic scholar)

Maymunah bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

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What names sound and feel like Maymunah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Maymunah also consider these

Maimunah

Arabic · Fortunate, prosperous.

Maymuna

Arabic · Arabic

Maymouna

Arabic · fortunate, blessed, or

Maylah

Arabic · Arabic

Rayannah

Arabic · ريانّة - 'delicate,

Malaynah

American · a variant of

Maimuna

Arabic · blessed, fortunate

Marsinah

Indonesia · One who is

Common questions about the name Maymunah

What does the name Maymunah mean?

Maymunah means "blessed" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Maymunah?

Maymunah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Maymunah?

Maymunah originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Maymunah?

Maymunah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Maymunah a common or rare name?

Maymunah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.