Hanan
Hanan is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Tenderness and mercy”.
| Meaning | Tenderness and mercy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حنان |
| Pronunciation | ha-NAAN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant, Gulf States, Sudan |
Meaning and origin of Hanan
Hanan, Ḥanān in Arabic, means tenderness and compassion that come from the heart. It shares its root with al-Ḥannān, the Most Tender, a name of God. The Quran uses the word for a gift God granted the Prophet Yahya, which lends the name a clear scriptural echo. In Hebrew, Hanan is a different name that is mostly given to boys.
Is Hanan a Muslim name?
Hanan is an Arabic Muslim name, and the word appears in the Quran: 'And tenderness (ḥanānan) from Us, and purity, and he was God-fearing' (Quran 19:13).
How popular is Hanan?
Hanan is widely used across the Arab world and with Arab families in the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Hanan
- Hanan name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Hanan baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hanan
Names similar to Hanan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hanan mean?
Hanan means 'Tenderness and mercy'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hanan a Muslim name?
Hanan is an Arabic Muslim name, and the word appears in the Quran: 'And tenderness (ḥanānan) from Us, and purity, and he was God-fearing' (Quran 19:13).
How do you pronounce Hanan?
Hanan is pronounced ha-NAAN.
Is Hanan a boy or girl name?
Hanan is usually a girl name.