عدنان

Adnan

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Adnan is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Settler; ancestor of the northern Arabs”.

MeaningSettler; ancestor of the northern Arabs
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Written asعدنان
Pronunciationad-NAHN
TraditionMuslim
Used inWorldwide

Meaning and origin of Adnan

Settling and living permanently in one place is the meaning usually given for the root a-d-n behind Adnan. Adnan is remembered as the ancestor of the Adnani Arabs, the northern tribal group that Quraysh was part of, and his name appears in the lineage of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It is popular across the Arab world and also in Bosnia, Turkey and South Asia.

Is Adnan a Muslim name?

Its place in the family tree of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ makes it a treasured Muslim name.

How popular is Adnan?

Arab, Turkish, Bosnian, Pakistani and Malaysian families all give it widely.

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Spellings and variants of Adnan

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Adnan mean?

Adnan means 'Settler; ancestor of the northern Arabs'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Adnan a Muslim name?

Its place in the family tree of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ makes it a treasured Muslim name.

How do you pronounce Adnan?

Adnan is pronounced ad-NAHN.

Is Adnan a boy or girl name?

Adnan is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.