Humaira

Meaning of Humaira

Humaira, a feminine appellation of Arabic etymology, originates from the diminutive form ḥumayra, literally connoting “the little red one” or “rosy-cheeked,” a descriptor historically conferred as a byname upon Aisha bint Abu Bakr within Islamic tradition in reference to her reputed complexion and vivacity; the name, when rendered in English orthography, is typically vocalized as hoo-MY-ruh (/huˈmaɪɹə/). Its adoption within the United States has remained modest yet discernible, as demonstrated by Social Security Administration records since its initial entry at rank 855 with five recorded occurrences in 1996, through fluctuating intervals culminating in a peak of 32 instances in 2021 (rank 915), and a contemporary tally of 16 newborns in 2024 (rank 934). Such metrics underscore Humaira’s enduring but niche status within the Anglo-American naming corpus, reflecting a sustained appreciation that, while not achieving mass prevalence, conveys nuanced cultural resonance among those seeking a name with both linguistic distinction and historical depth.

Pronunciation

Arabic

• Pronunced as hoo-MY-ruh (/huˈmaɪɹə/)

• Huma
• Humayra