Hamna
Hamna is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of the Companion Hamna bint Jahsh”.
| Meaning | Name of the Companion Hamna bint Jahsh |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حمنة |
| Pronunciation | HAM-nah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hamna
Hamna (ḥamna) is an old Arabian name whose literal meaning is uncertain; classical dictionaries link it to a small creature or a kind of plant, and popular lists sometimes say 'grape'. It is chosen because of Ḥamna bint Jaḥsh, a female Companion and sister of Zaynab bint Jaḥsh, wife of the Prophet ﷺ. Her husband was the Companion Muṣʿab ibn ʿUmayr.
Is Hamna a Muslim name?
Yes. Hamna is a Muslim name, chosen mainly because it was the name of the Companion Hamna bint Jahsh.
Where is the name Hamna used?
Very popular in Pakistan and among South Asian Muslims, though rare in the Arab world.
Gifts with the name Hamna
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hamna
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hamna mean?
Hamna means 'Name of the Companion Hamna bint Jahsh'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hamna a Muslim name?
Yes. Hamna is a Muslim name, chosen mainly because it was the name of the Companion Hamna bint Jahsh.
How do you write Hamna in Arabic?
Hamna is written حمنة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hamna?
Hamna is pronounced HAM-nah.