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Hira

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Meaning

Darkness ,A peak near Makkah where Prophet Muhammad (SAW) used to worship Allah.

Pronunciation

Pronounced: Hira

Variations

No common variations listed yet.

About this name

Hira is a girl name of Arabic origin. It has a strong Quranic and Islamic feel, which makes it especially appealing to many parents.

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A plain twelve miles south west of Makkah where pilgrims spend a day performing special worship of Allah during the Hajj.

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A plain twelve miles south west of Makkah where pilgrims spend a day performing special worship of Allah during the Hajj.

Hadees

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Hameda

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girlQuranic

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General to whom the Prophet Muhammad awarded the title of honour, Sword of Allah (d. 642).

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