Hassana
Hassana is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, Hausa form origin, meaning “Good, beautiful; first of twin girls”.
| Meaning | Good, beautiful; first of twin girls |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa form |
| Written as | حسنة |
| Pronunciation | has-SAA-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria, Niger, Ghana |
Meaning and origin of Hassana
Hassana is a feminine form of Hasan used by the Hausa, from the Arabic root ḥ-s-n meaning good and beautiful. Hausa Muslims traditionally give it to the elder of twin girls, with her sister named Husaina. This mirrors the custom of calling twin boys Hassan and Husaini, after the Prophet's two grandsons. The name is also given to girls who are not twins.
Is Hassana a Muslim name?
Hassana is a Muslim name, the Hausa feminine of Hasan, recalling the Prophet's grandson.
How popular is Hassana?
It is common in northern Nigeria as well as in Niger and Ghana.
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Spellings and variants of Hassana
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hassana mean?
Hassana means 'Good, beautiful; first of twin girls'. It is of Arabic, Hausa form origin.
Is Hassana a Muslim name?
Hassana is a Muslim name, the Hausa feminine of Hasan, recalling the Prophet's grandson.
How do you pronounce Hassana?
Hassana is pronounced has-SAA-nah.
Is Hassana a boy or girl name?
Hassana is usually a girl name.