Hamnah
Hamnah 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 Hamnah
Hamnah writes Ḥamna with a final 'h' for the tāʾ marbūṭa. Its literal sense is not certain, but the name is honoured as that of Ḥamna bint Jaḥsh, sister of the Mother of the Believers Zaynab bint Jaḥsh and of the Companion ʿAbd Allāh ibn Jaḥsh.
Is Hamnah a Muslim name?
Yes. Hamnah is a Muslim name, a spelling of Hamna, after the Companion Hamna bint Jahsh.
Where is the name Hamnah used?
Used by South Asian Muslim families, especially in the UK and North America.
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Spellings and variants of Hamnah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hamnah mean?
Hamnah means 'Name of the Companion Hamna bint Jahsh'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hamnah a Muslim name?
Yes. Hamnah is a Muslim name, a spelling of Hamna, after the Companion Hamna bint Jahsh.
How do you write Hamnah in Arabic?
Hamnah is written حمنة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hamnah?
Hamnah is pronounced HAM-nah.