Soukaina
Soukaina is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Tranquillity; little calm one”.
| Meaning | Tranquillity; little calm one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | سكينة |
| Pronunciation | soo-KAY-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | North Africa |
Meaning and origin of Soukaina
Soukaina is the spelling Moroccans, following French conventions, use for Sukayna. The name is linked to sakīna, tranquillity, through the root s-k-n, calm. Sukayna was the name by which people knew Āmina bint al-Ḥusayn, who was the daughter of al-Ḥusayn ibn ʿAlī and so a great-granddaughter of the Prophet ﷺ. She was admired for her eloquent speech and her learning, which keeps the name in high regard.
Is Soukaina a Muslim name?
Soukaina belongs to the Prophet's ﷺ household through Sukayna bint al-Husayn, and the Quran mentions sakīna in the verse 'It is He who sent down tranquillity into the hearts of the believers' (Quran 48:4).
How popular is Soukaina?
It is very popular in Morocco and among Moroccan families in Europe.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Soukaina mean?
Soukaina means 'Tranquillity; little calm one'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Soukaina a Muslim name?
Soukaina belongs to the Prophet's ﷺ household through Sukayna bint al-Husayn, and the Quran mentions sakīna in the verse 'It is He who sent down tranquillity into the hearts of the believers' (Quran 48:4).
How do you pronounce Soukaina?
Soukaina is pronounced soo-KAY-nah.
Is Soukaina a boy or girl name?
Soukaina is usually a girl name.