Auspicious, blessed, or trustworthy
Derived from the Arabic root meaning 'fortunate' or 'blessed'. It is historically significant as the name of the last wife of the Prophet Muhammad, Maimuna bint al-Harith, which contributes to its enduring popularity in the Muslim world.
Less common today
Maimuna isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,443 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Wife of the Prophet Muhammad
Maldivian poet and novelist
