What is the origin of the name Madinah?

Madinah is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Madinah?

Madinah is currently ranked #9289 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Madinah?

Madinah is pronounced mah-DEE-nah.

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GirlArabic

Madinah

mah-DEE-nah

Popularity

#9289

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

249

Peak Year

#14 in 2023

First Recorded

1977

Style

Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An Arabic name meaning 'the city'. It specifically refers to the holy city of Medina in Saudi Arabia, a significant site in Islam.

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Madi Dina

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Numerology

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Nicknames

Madi Dina

Spelling Variations

Medina Madina

Similar Names

Amina Zainab Yasmin Fatima

Personality Traits

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