Banan
Banan is a Muslim girl name meaning “Fingertips”.
| Meaning | Fingertips |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | بنان |
| Pronunciation | ba-NAAN |
| Arabic root | ب ن ن (b-n-n) — fingers, fingertips |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Banan
Banan (Banān) means fingertips. In Arabic poetry, delicate fingertips are a classic image of a woman's grace, and the word is often linked to henna-dyed hands. The name is used in the Levant, Iraq and the Gulf, and one well-known bearer was Banan al-Tantawi, daughter of the Syrian scholar Ali al-Tantawi.
Is Banan a Muslim name?
Yes. Banan is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, and the word itself appears in the Quran.
Is Banan in the Quran?
The word appears in 'Yes, We are able to restore even his fingertips' (Quran 75:4).
Where is the name Banan used?
Used in Syria, Jordan, Iraq and the Gulf.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Banan mean?
Banan means 'Fingertips'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Banan a Muslim name?
Yes. Banan is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, and the word itself appears in the Quran.
How do you write Banan in Arabic?
Banan is written بنان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Banan?
Banan is pronounced ba-NAAN.
Is Banan mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'Yes, We are able to restore even his fingertips' (Quran 75:4).