Chahinez
Chahinez is a Muslim girl name meaning “Darling of the king; the king's pride”.
| Meaning | Darling of the king; the king's pride |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian / Ottoman Turkish |
| Arabic spelling | شاهيناز |
| Pronunciation | shah-hee-NAZ |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Chahinez
Chahinez is the Algerian French spelling of Şahinaz or Shahnāz, a Persian compound of shāh (king) and nāz (pride, charm, being cherished). The name travelled through Ottoman Turkish into Algeria and Tunisia, where Ottoman-era names remained fashionable. The 'ch' is the French way of writing the sh-sound.
Is Chahinez a Muslim name?
Yes, Chahinez is used by Muslim families. It is a Persian-Turkish name rather than an Arabic one, with a pleasant meaning and a long history in the Muslim world.
Where is the name Chahinez used?
Particularly popular in Algeria; the form Shahnaz is common in Iran, Pakistan and India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chahinez mean?
Chahinez means 'Darling of the king; the king's pride'. It comes from Persian / Ottoman Turkish.
Is Chahinez a Muslim name?
Yes, Chahinez is used by Muslim families. It is a Persian-Turkish name rather than an Arabic one, with a pleasant meaning and a long history in the Muslim world.
How do you write Chahinez in Arabic?
Chahinez is written شاهيناز in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Chahinez?
Chahinez is pronounced shah-hee-NAZ.