Dujanah
Dujanah is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Name of a Companion; dark rain-cloud”.
| Meaning | Name of a Companion; dark rain-cloud |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | دجانة |
| Pronunciation | doo-JAH-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, Levant, Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Dujanah
Dujanah owes its fame almost wholly to Abū Dujāna Simāk ibn Kharasha, one of the Ansar who stood with the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. At the Battle of Uhud the Prophet handed him his own sword, and he became known for the red band he tied around his head before fighting. Linguists usually link the word to a root for gloomy skies and thick rain clouds. Today parents pick it as a name inspired by the Sahaba.
Is Dujanah a Muslim name?
Dujanah comes from the kunya of Abū Dujāna, a Companion remembered as a hero of Uhud, which gives it a clear place among Muslim names.
How popular is Dujanah?
It is uncommon and is chosen mostly by parents who want a name inspired by the Companions.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dujanah mean?
Dujanah means 'Name of a Companion; dark rain-cloud'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Dujanah a Muslim name?
Dujanah comes from the kunya of Abū Dujāna, a Companion remembered as a hero of Uhud, which gives it a clear place among Muslim names.
How do you pronounce Dujanah?
Dujanah is pronounced doo-JAH-nah.
Is Dujanah a boy or girl name?
Dujanah is usually a boy name.