Hamnah
Hamnah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “After the Companion Hamna bint Jahsh”.
| Meaning | After the Companion Hamna bint Jahsh |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حمنة |
| Pronunciation | HAM-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Hamnah
Hamnah renders Ḥamna with a closing h for the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa. Its literal meaning is uncertain. The name is honoured because it belonged to Ḥamna bint Jaḥsh. Her sister Zaynab bint Jaḥsh was a Mother of the Believers, and her brother ʿAbd Allāh was also a Companion, and this spelling is popular with South Asian families in the West.
Is Hamnah a Muslim name?
Hamnah is a spelling of Hamna, named for the Companion Hamna bint Jahsh.
How popular is Hamnah?
Hamnah is used by South Asian Muslim families, especially in the UK and North America.
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Spellings and variants of Hamnah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hamnah mean?
Hamnah means 'After the Companion Hamna bint Jahsh'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hamnah a Muslim name?
Hamnah is a spelling of Hamna, named for the Companion Hamna bint Jahsh.
How do you pronounce Hamnah?
Hamnah is pronounced HAM-nah.
Is Hamnah a boy or girl name?
Hamnah is usually a girl name.