Girl name
Nikmah name meaning
“favor, blessing received”
Nikmah is a feminine name meaning ‘favor’ or ‘blessing received’, derived from Arabic niʿmah. It is an Indonesian form of that Arabic word. In the spelling Nikmah, the Arabic sound ‘ayn is represented by k, explaining the spelling’s relationship to its source form.
What does Nikmah mean?
The ending -ah has different backgrounds in Indah, Fatimah, and Aisyah. In some Arabic-derived names, this spelling can represent a feminine ending, but that explanation does not apply to every name ending in -ah. More girl names ending in -ah →
Origin and cultural usage of Nikmah
An Indonesian form of Arabic niʿmah, ‘favor’ or ‘blessing’. The Arabic ‘ayn is represented by k in this spelling.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Nikmah in Islam and the Quran
Nikmah does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (نعمة) does, for example in QS An-Nahl [16]: 18.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Nikmah
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Nikmah, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Nikmah: favor, blessing received
- Hanifa: steadfast in upright faith
- Rahmiati: affection and mercy
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Meaning of each word
- Nikmah: favor, blessing received
- Asmah: names, appellations
- Fatin: captivating, enchanting
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Nikmah Muna
Meaning of each word
- Nikmah: favor, blessing received
- Muna: wishes, aspirations
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Meaning of each word
- Inas: familiar companionship that brings comfort
- Nikmah: favor, blessing received
- Fitria: relating to innate nature
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Nikmah Warda
Meaning of each word
- Nikmah: favor, blessing received
- Warda: a rose flower
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Meaning of each word
- Nikmah: favor, blessing received
- Farah: joy, gladness
- Mawaddah: love and affection
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How to pronounce Nikmah
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /nikmah/ |
| Arabic script | نعمة |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦤꦶꦏ꧀ꦩꦃ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮔᮤᮊ᮪ᮙᮂ |
Is Nikmah a girl’s name?
Yes, Nikmah is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 8% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Nikmah ranks #771 among girl names in our data sample (13 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Nikmah
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Nikmah
- Hj. Nikmah · b. 1961
- Nikmah · b. 1955
- Nikmah
- Nikmah Nurhadian Dwi Harini · b. 1979
- Nikmah Sunardjo
- Nikmah Syukriah Kusumastuti · b. 1989
FAQ about the name Nikmah
What is the meaning of Nikmah?
Nikmah means favor, blessing received. An Indonesian form of Arabic niʿmah, ‘favor’ or ‘blessing’. The Arabic ‘ayn is represented by k in this spelling.
Is Nikmah a girl’s name?
Yes, Nikmah is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 8% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Nikmah?
Nikmah is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Nikmah in the Quran?
Nikmah does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (نعمة) does, for example in QS An-Nahl [16]: 18.
How many syllables does Nikmah have?
Nikmah has 2 syllables (Nik-mah) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Nikmah?
Nikmah ranks #771 among girl names in our data sample (13 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Nikmah?
Some ideas: Nikmah Hanifa Rahmiati; Nikmah Asmah Fatin; Nikmah Muna.
Famous people named Nikmah?
Notable people named Nikmah include Hj. Nikmah, Nikmah, Nikmah.
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