Hanaa
Hanaa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Happiness and well-being”.
| Meaning | Happiness and well-being |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | هناء |
| Pronunciation | ha-NAA |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Hanaa
Hanaa is the usual spelling of Hanāʾ in Egypt and the Levant, and the doubled a shows the long vowel. The word speaks of happiness and an easy, comfortable life, a feeling that everything is wholesome and pleasant. It has been a well-known girls' name in Egypt and across the Arab world for generations. Hana is a frequent shorter spelling, and Hanae is used in North Africa.
Is Hanaa a Muslim name?
Hanaa means happiness, from the root found in 'Eat and drink in satisfaction (hanīʾan)' (Quran 52:19).
How popular is Hanaa?
Hanaa is most common in Egypt, Syria, Jordan, Palestine and the Gulf.
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Spellings and variants of Hanaa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hanaa mean?
Hanaa means 'Happiness and well-being'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hanaa a Muslim name?
Hanaa means happiness, from the root found in 'Eat and drink in satisfaction (hanīʾan)' (Quran 52:19).
How do you pronounce Hanaa?
Hanaa is pronounced ha-NAA.
Is Hanaa a boy or girl name?
Hanaa is usually a girl name.