Adna
Adna is a Muslim girl name meaning “Eden; the garden of Paradise”.
| Meaning | Eden; the garden of Paradise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Bosnian, from Arabic ʿAdn |
| Arabic spelling | عدن |
| Pronunciation | AHD-nah |
| Arabic root | ع د ن (ʿ-d-n) — to dwell, to abide |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Adna
Adna is a Bosnian feminine name formed from Arabic ʿAdn, 'Eden', the eternal dwelling of Paradise mentioned many times in the Quran as jannāt ʿadn. It became one of the most popular girls' names in Bosnia from the 1990s. The same word also names the port city of Aden in Yemen.
Is Adna a Muslim name?
Yes. Adna is a Muslim name taken from Adn, the Gardens of Eden of Paradise described in the Quran.
Is Adna in the Quran?
The root appears in 'pleasant dwellings in gardens of perpetual residence (ʿadn)' (Quran 9:72).
Where is the name Adna used?
Among the most popular girls' names in Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Gifts with the name Adna
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adna mean?
Adna means 'Eden; the garden of Paradise'. It comes from Bosnian, from Arabic ʿAdn.
Is Adna a Muslim name?
Yes. Adna is a Muslim name taken from Adn, the Gardens of Eden of Paradise described in the Quran.
How do you write Adna in Arabic?
Adna is written عدن in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Adna?
Adna is pronounced AHD-nah.
Is Adna mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in 'pleasant dwellings in gardens of perpetual residence (ʿadn)' (Quran 9:72).