Tahirah

طاهِرة
/ tah-HEE-rah /
Gender
Girl
Origin
🇪🇬 Egypt
Religion
Islam
First Seen
Trait
Purity

Meaning & Etymology

Pure, chaste

Pure, chaste

Etymology

Derived from the Arabic root ṭ-h-r (ط-ه-ر) meaning ‘to be pure’ or ‘to purify’.

Linguistic family: Afro-Asiatic > Semitic > Central Semitic > Arabic

Cultural context

In Egyptian culture, the name Tahirah is often associated with purity and virtue, reflecting Islamic values and traditions.

Symbolism

The name symbolises purity, cleanliness, and moral integrity, often chosen to reflect the desired qualities of a child.

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