Randa
Randa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “A fragrant desert tree”.
| Meaning | A fragrant desert tree |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | رندة |
| Pronunciation | RAN-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan |
Meaning and origin of Randa
Randa takes its name from rand, a fragrant tree that grows wild in the deserts of Arabia and fills the air with its scent. It is often identified with laurel or myrtle. Arab poets treated its lovely scent as an emblem of grace. Egyptian and Levantine parents have favoured the name since the middle of the twentieth century, and the shorter spelling Rand is also used.
Is Randa a Muslim name?
Named after a fragrant tree, Randa is an Arabic girl's name given by Muslim families.
How popular is Randa?
It is used mainly in Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Palestine.
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Spellings and variants of Randa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Randa mean?
Randa means 'A fragrant desert tree'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Randa a Muslim name?
Named after a fragrant tree, Randa is an Arabic girl's name given by Muslim families.
How do you pronounce Randa?
Randa is pronounced RAN-dah.
Is Randa a boy or girl name?
Randa is usually a girl name.