Hümeyra

Hümeyra is the Turkish variant of the girl's name Humayra (حميراء). Translated, the name means 'the woman with rosy cheeks' or 'the bright one'.

What does the name Hümeyra mean?

Hümeyra represents the Turkish spelling of the name Humayra (حميراء). Through its meaning, it translates to 'the woman with rosy cheeks' or 'the bright one'. The roots of the name lie in the Arabic term ḥumra (حُمْرة), which means 'red', 'reddish', 'rosy', and 'rose-colored'. Alternatives include Humaira, Homaira, and Homeira.

Where does the name Hümeyra come from?

The name Hümeyra has Arabic origins and means 'the woman with rosy cheeks'.

How do you pronounce Hümeyra?

The pronunciation of Hümeyra is melodious and consists of three to four syllables. In German phonetics, the name is usually pronounced as 'Hü-mey-ra' [hyˈmeɪʁa]. It begins with a rounded Ü sound, which gives the name a special tonal nuance. The diphthong 'ey' provides a dynamic middle position, while the open A at the end conveys warmth and softness. Overall, Hümeyra sounds distinctive and melodic – fine, lively, and sonically striking.

Popularity

In Germany, Hümeyra enjoys great popularity. The name currently ranks 1,418th on the list of the most common female first names. Its highest ranking was 575th in 2011. In the last ten years, Hümeyra has been given as a first name approximately 460 times, placing it 901st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 924th.

Nicknames & pet names

Himosch / Hümhük / Hümi / Hümisch / Hümiya / Hümiyaa / Hümo / Hümosch / Hümy

Similar first names

Famous people

• Hümeyra (Turkish singer)