Arabic Female name
Asma
أَسْمَاء
Lofty, exalted
Arabic · Female · Islamic
The daughter of Abū Bakr and heroine of the Hijra — a name of nobility and enduring courage.
Nobility
Lofty, exalted
Overview
What does Asma mean?
Asma means lofty and exalted. It is inseparable from Asmāʾ bint Abī Bakr — called Dhāt al-Niṭāqayn — who is celebrated in sīra for her heroism and is one of the most admired women of early Islam.
A name of courage, nobility, and the admired strength of one of Islam's most heroic women.
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Why parents choose Asma
Parents choose Asma to give their daughter the name of one of the bravest women in Islamic history — a woman who risked her life to serve the Prophet ﷺ and her father during the Hijra.
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Asma
AS-maa
2 syllables · Easy to pronounce
Asma is highly recommended. It is the name of a companion deeply tied to the prophetic household, daughter of the first Caliph, sister of the Mother of the Believers, and a heroine in her own right.
One of the most consistently honoured Islamic girl names globally.
Religious insight
The daughter of the first Caliph, sister of ʿĀʾisha, heroine of the Hijra — one of the most honoured names in Islamic history.
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FAQ
What does Asma mean?
Asma means lofty and exalted — a name of nobility and elevated character.
Who was Asma bint Abi Bakr?
Asmāʾ bint Abī Bakr was the daughter of Abū Bakr al-Ṣiddīq, sister of ʿĀʾisha, and a heroine of the Hijra — called Dhāt al-Niṭāqayn for tearing her belt to help the Prophet ﷺ escape to Madinah.
How do you pronounce Asma?
Asma is pronounced AS-maa, with two syllables.
Is Asma the same as Asmaa?
Yes. Both Asma and Asmaa are transliterations of أَسْمَاء. They refer to the same name.