How did cairo get its name?

Answer 1

Cairo is derived from the Arabic word (Al-Qahyra) which means something like (The Invincible) or (The Victorious). When the Fatimid dynasty conquered Egypt 969 AD, they established a new capital which is now part of Cairo. But later, when Saladin ruled Egypt he made Cairo larger by combining it to other surrounding areas (which were also capitals of Egypt in different periods since the Islamic conquer of Egypt)

Answer 2

Cairo obtained its name from the Arabic word "al-Qāhirah," which means "the Victorious." The city was founded in the 10th century as a military camp near the ancient city of Memphis. It later grew into a bustling metropolis and became known as Cairo.