Juhaynah
Juhaynah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Named after the Arab tribe Juhayna”.
| Meaning | Named after the Arab tribe Juhayna |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | جهينة |
| Pronunciation | joo-HAY-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Juhaynah
Juhayna was an ancient tribe of the Hijaz. Many of its members accepted Islam while the Prophet ﷺ was alive and settled in the area around Madinah. Its name, written Juhaynah, has the shape of an Arabic diminutive, and only in modern times has it become a girl's name. A familiar Arabic saying keeps it alive: 'wa ʿinda Juhaynata al-khabaru al-yaqīn', roughly 'Juhayna has the true report', used of anyone who knows what really happened.
Is Juhaynah a Muslim name?
The tribe of Juhayna accepted Islam early, which gives the name its Muslim associations. Arab families are its main users today.
How popular is Juhaynah?
Egypt, the Levant and the Gulf are where girls are given this name, usually written Juhaina or Juhayna.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Juhaynah mean?
Juhaynah means 'Named after the Arab tribe Juhayna'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Juhaynah a Muslim name?
The tribe of Juhayna accepted Islam early, which gives the name its Muslim associations. Arab families are its main users today.
How do you pronounce Juhaynah?
Juhaynah is pronounced joo-HAY-nah.
Is Juhaynah a boy or girl name?
Juhaynah is usually a girl name.