Jannah
Jannah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Paradise, garden”.
| Meaning | Paradise, garden |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | جنة |
| Pronunciation | JAN-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide, United Kingdom, United States |
Meaning and origin of Jannah
Paradise in the Quran is al-jannah, literally 'the garden', from a root about covering and shading. Parents who give it to a daughter are voicing a prayer that she, and they, will reach that final home. A few scholars have questioned whether a person should be named after Paradise itself. Most, however, consider it acceptable, and it has become one of today's best-loved Muslim girls' names.
Is Jannah a Muslim name?
For many families, Jannah expresses their deepest hope for a child. The Garden is mentioned many times in the Quran, as in 'hasten to forgiveness from your Lord and a garden as wide as the heavens and the earth' (Quran 3:133).
How popular is Jannah?
British, American and Southeast Asian Muslims have made it especially popular.
Gifts with the name Jannah
- Jannah name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Jannah baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Jannah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jannah mean?
Jannah means 'Paradise, garden'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Jannah a Muslim name?
For many families, Jannah expresses their deepest hope for a child. The Garden is mentioned many times in the Quran, as in 'hasten to forgiveness from your Lord and a garden as wide as the heavens and the earth' (Quran 3:133).
How do you pronounce Jannah?
Jannah is pronounced JAN-nah.
Is Jannah a boy or girl name?
Jannah is usually a girl name.