Shabana
Shabana is a Muslim girl name of Persian / Urdu origin, meaning “Of the night”.
| Meaning | Of the night |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian / Urdu |
| Written as | شبانہ |
| Pronunciation | shah-BAH-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Shabana
Shabana comes from the Persian shab, night, and means of the night or nightly. Around the middle of the twentieth century a great many girls in Pakistan and India received it, and many people know it through the Indian actress Shabana Azmi. The name is Persian rather than Arabic. It has a soft, gentle sound and evokes the calm of evening.
Is Shabana a Muslim name?
Shabana comes from Persian and Urdu rather than Arabic, and South Asian Muslim families use it for its meaning, of the night.
How popular is Shabana?
It is common in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan, particularly among older generations.
Gifts with the name Shabana
- Shabana name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Shabana
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shabana mean?
Shabana means 'Of the night'. It is of Persian / Urdu origin.
Is Shabana a Muslim name?
Shabana comes from Persian and Urdu rather than Arabic, and South Asian Muslim families use it for its meaning, of the night.
How do you pronounce Shabana?
Shabana is pronounced shah-BAH-nah.
Is Shabana a boy or girl name?
Shabana is usually a girl name.