Nikah Mubarak: meaning, duas and what to say
“Nikah Mubarak” is one of the most common things to say to a couple who have just married. If you are not sure what it means or what else to say, this short guide explains the phrase, the dua taught in the Sunnah and some simple messages you can use.
What does “Nikah Mubarak” mean?
Nikah is the Islamic marriage contract and mubarak means blessed. “Nikah Mubarak” therefore means “blessed marriage”, and it is used to congratulate a couple. You will also hear “Mubarak” on its own, or “Shaadi Mubarak” in South Asian communities.
The dua for newlyweds
It is reported that when the Prophet ﷺ congratulated a man on his marriage, he would say:
Barakallahu laka, wa baraka alayka, wa jama‘a baynakuma fi khayr.
This means: “May Allah bless you, shower His blessings upon you, and bring you together in goodness.” It is a beautiful, short dua you can say to anyone getting married. See also the duas for marriage.
Simple messages you can send
- “Nikah Mubarak! May Allah fill your marriage with love, mercy and barakah.”
- “Barakallahu lakuma. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness and peace.”
- “Congratulations on your nikah. May Allah make your home a place of sakinah.”
- “May Allah unite you in goodness and make you a source of comfort for each other.”
Messages for a friend who is still searching
If you are celebrating someone else’s nikah while still looking for a spouse yourself, it is normal to feel mixed emotions. Be happy for them, make dua for your own path and remember that timing is with Allah. Our posts on dealing with rejection and finding a spouse the halal way may help.
Ready to look for your own?
Zawaj is a Muslim marriage app built around nikah: written proposals instead of swiping, a Chaperone/Wali feature so family can be involved, and calls only once a proposal is accepted. It is free to join on iOS and Android. Read more about what a nikah is and what a walima is.