Sakeena
Sakeena is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Tranquillity sent by God”.
| Meaning | Tranquillity sent by God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | سكينة |
| Pronunciation | sa-KEE-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | India, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Sakeena
Sakeena is how many South Asians write Sakina, the deep calm and peace that God sends into the hearts of believers. Its root is about stillness and settling. The Quran mentions sakina in more than one place. It was also the name of Sakina bint al-Husayn, granddaughter of Ali and Fatima, who was present at Karbala and later became known for her learning and eloquence.
Is Sakeena a Muslim name?
Sakeena is a Quranic name meaning God-given calm, borne by Sakina bint al-Husayn; the Quran says: 'It is He who sent down tranquillity (al-sakīna) into the hearts of the believers' (Quran 48:4).
How popular is Sakeena?
Indian and Pakistani families favour this spelling, while Sakina is more usual elsewhere.
Gifts with the name Sakeena
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sakeena mean?
Sakeena means 'Tranquillity sent by God'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Sakeena a Muslim name?
Sakeena is a Quranic name meaning God-given calm, borne by Sakina bint al-Husayn; the Quran says: 'It is He who sent down tranquillity (al-sakīna) into the hearts of the believers' (Quran 48:4).
How do you pronounce Sakeena?
Sakeena is pronounced sa-KEE-nah.
Is Sakeena a boy or girl name?
Sakeena is usually a girl name.