Sukaynah
Sukaynah 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 | Iraq, Pakistan, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Sukaynah
Sukaynah renders the Arabic سكينة with a closing h that marks the feminine ending. It is connected with sakīna, calm and tranquillity, through the root s-k-n. Its fame comes from Sukayna bint al-Ḥusayn, a great-granddaughter of the Prophet ﷺ. This -ah spelling is a frequent choice among English-speaking Muslims, who like how clearly it shows the feminine ending and how easy it is to pronounce.
Is Sukaynah a Muslim name?
Sukaynah means tranquillity and recalls Sukayna bint al-Husayn; the Quran speaks of sakīna in the verse 'It is He who sent down tranquillity into the hearts of the believers' (Quran 48:4).
How popular is Sukaynah?
It is used among Arab, South Asian and Western Muslim families, especially in Shia communities.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sukaynah mean?
Sukaynah means 'Tranquillity; little calm one'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Sukaynah a Muslim name?
Sukaynah means tranquillity and recalls Sukayna bint al-Husayn; the Quran speaks of sakīna in the verse 'It is He who sent down tranquillity into the hearts of the believers' (Quran 48:4).
How do you pronounce Sukaynah?
Sukaynah is pronounced soo-KAY-nah.
Is Sukaynah a boy or girl name?
Sukaynah is usually a girl name.