Ain
Ain is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Eye; spring of water”.
| Meaning | Eye; spring of water |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عين |
| Pronunciation | AYN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Ain
In Arabic, ayn means both an eye and a spring of flowing water, from the root a-y-n. Ain is rarely a name by itself in Arab countries. In Indonesia and Malaysia, though, it is extremely common inside compound names such as Nur Ain and Qurratul Ain. The second of these means coolness of the eye, a traditional phrase for a deeply loved child.
Is Ain a Muslim name?
In Malaysia this Arabic word is a common part of Muslim names such as Nur Ain and Qurratul Ain. The word is used for the springs of Paradise: 'Within it is a flowing spring (ʿayn)' (Quran 88:12).
How popular is Ain?
In Brunei, Malaysia and Indonesia it appears mostly inside compound names.
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Spellings and variants of Ain
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ain mean?
Ain means 'Eye; spring of water'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ain a Muslim name?
In Malaysia this Arabic word is a common part of Muslim names such as Nur Ain and Qurratul Ain. The word is used for the springs of Paradise: 'Within it is a flowing spring (ʿayn)' (Quran 88:12).
How do you pronounce Ain?
Ain is pronounced AYN.
Is Ain a boy or girl name?
Ain is usually a girl name.