Tasniem
Tasniem is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “A spring in Paradise”.
| Meaning | A spring in Paradise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | تسنيم |
| Pronunciation | tas-NEEM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Netherlands, Belgium, South Africa |
Meaning and origin of Tasniem
In Dutch and Afrikaans spelling the letters 'ie' produce a long ee sound, so Tasnīm becomes Tasniem. That explains why this form is found among Muslim families in the Netherlands, Belgium and South Africa. Its root, s-n-m, carries a sense of height and elevation. The meaning is just the same as Tasneem: a fountain in Paradise reserved for the people closest to God.
Is Tasniem a Muslim name?
Tasniem is a regional spelling of the Quranic Tasnim: 'And its mixture is of Tasnīm, a spring from which those near to Allah drink' (Quran 83:27–28).
How popular is Tasniem?
It is used mainly in the Netherlands, Belgium and South Africa.
Gifts with the name Tasniem
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Tasniem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tasniem mean?
Tasniem means 'A spring in Paradise'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Tasniem a Muslim name?
Tasniem is a regional spelling of the Quranic Tasnim: 'And its mixture is of Tasnīm, a spring from which those near to Allah drink' (Quran 83:27–28).
How do you pronounce Tasniem?
Tasniem is pronounced tas-NEEM.
Is Tasniem a boy or girl name?
Tasniem is usually a girl name.