Buthayna
Buthayna is a Muslim girl name meaning “Tender, delicate”.
| Meaning | Tender, delicate |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | بثينة |
| Pronunciation | boo-THAY-nah |
| Arabic root | ب ث ن (b-th-n) — soft, fertile land |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Buthayna
Buthayna is a diminutive associated with bathna, soft and fertile land, and is understood as tender or delicate. It is one of the classic names of Arabic love poetry, through Buthayna bint Ḥayyān, beloved of the 7th-century poet Jamīl, known as Jamīl Buthayna. It is still popular in the Arab world, with many regional spellings.
Is Buthayna a Muslim name?
Yes. Buthayna is a traditional Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning tender.
Where is the name Buthayna used?
Used across the Arab world, with spellings varying by country.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Buthayna mean?
Buthayna means 'Tender, delicate'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Buthayna a Muslim name?
Yes. Buthayna is a traditional Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning tender.
How do you write Buthayna in Arabic?
Buthayna is written بثينة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Buthayna?
Buthayna is pronounced boo-THAY-nah.