Ramadan
/ramuhdan/ Western Male
Meaning & Origin
Ramadan is a Western name meaning "Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection and community. It is named after the Islamic month of Ramadan.". Arabic: from *ramiḍa* meaning 'to be hot' or 'scorched'. It refers to the heat and dryness of the ground when the name was given to this month.
Quick Facts
Language Western
Gender Male
Phonetic ramuhdan
IPA ɹæmədæn
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as ramuhdan. Keep the original Western phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Ramadan
- · Ramadan Shalah - Palestinian militant leader
- · Ramadan Sobhi - Egyptian footballer
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