عدنان

Adnaan

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Adnaan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Settler; one who settles in a place”.

MeaningSettler; one who settles in a place
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingعدنان
Pronunciationad-NAAN
Arabic rootع د ن (ʿ-d-n) — to settle, to dwell
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Adnaan

Adnaan is a spelling of ʿAdnān, the ancestor from whom the northern Arab tribes, including Quraysh, trace their descent. Arab genealogists place him in the lineage of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, descended from Ismāʿīl. The name is usually linked to the root ʿ-d-n, to settle. The double a reflects the long vowel and is common in South Asian spelling.

Is Adnaan a Muslim name?

Yes. Adnaan (ʿAdnān) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, honoured as the name of an ancestor of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Where is the name Adnaan used?

This spelling is mostly used in Pakistan, India and the diaspora.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Adnaan mean?

Adnaan means 'Settler; one who settles in a place'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Adnaan a Muslim name?

Yes. Adnaan (ʿAdnān) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, honoured as the name of an ancestor of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

How do you write Adnaan in Arabic?

Adnaan is written عدنان in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Adnaan?

Adnaan is pronounced ad-NAAN.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.