Save Type Settlement Usage English Pronounced Pron. /ˈkaɪ.ɹoʊ/ [key·simplify] Meaning & History From Arabic القاهرة (al-Qāhira) meaning "the victorious", in honour of the conquering Fatimid caliph al-Mu'izz li Din Allah (932-975). This is the name of the capital city of Egypt. Related NamesFamily Tree·Details Other Languages & CulturesQahira(Arabic) Given Name DescendantsCairo, Kairo, Kyro(English) User SubmissionCaïro Categories African cities, national capitals, play titles