Hasanah
Hasanah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, Malay spelling origin, meaning “Goodness, good deed”.
| Meaning | Goodness, good deed |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Malay spelling |
| Written as | حسنة |
| Pronunciation | ha-SA-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Hasanah
Hasanah is how Malay and Indonesian write ḥasana, keeping a closing h for the Arabic feminine ending. The word stands for goodness or for a good deed done. Many Muslims know it from the Quranic prayer Rabbanā ātinā fi'd-dunyā ḥasanah, recited after prayers and during pilgrimage. It is given as a first name in Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia and Singapore, often as part of a double name.
Is Hasanah a Muslim name?
Hasanah is a Muslim name drawn from the Quranic word for goodness: 'Our Lord, give us good (ḥasanatan) in this world and good in the Hereafter' (Quran 2:201).
How popular is Hasanah?
Hasanah is mainly used in Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei and Singapore.
Gifts with the name Hasanah
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Spellings and variants of Hasanah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hasanah mean?
Hasanah means 'Goodness, good deed'. It is of Arabic, Malay spelling origin.
Is Hasanah a Muslim name?
Hasanah is a Muslim name drawn from the Quranic word for goodness: 'Our Lord, give us good (ḥasanatan) in this world and good in the Hereafter' (Quran 2:201).
How do you pronounce Hasanah?
Hasanah is pronounced ha-SA-nah.
Is Hasanah a boy or girl name?
Hasanah is usually a girl name.