Hanan
Hanan is a Muslim girl name meaning “Tenderness, mercy, affection”.
| Meaning | Tenderness, mercy, affection |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حنان |
| Pronunciation | ha-NAAN |
| Arabic root | ح ن ن (ḥ-n-n) — to feel tenderness, yearning |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hanan
Hanan (Ḥanān) means tenderness and heartfelt compassion. It is the same root as al-Ḥannān, a name of God meaning the Most Tender. The Quran uses the word for the gift God gave the Prophet Yahya, which gives the name a distinctly scriptural feel. Note that in Hebrew, Hanan is a separate, mainly male name.
Is Hanan a Muslim name?
Yes. Hanan is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, and the word ḥanān appears in the Quran.
Is Hanan in the Quran?
'And tenderness (ḥanānan) from Us, and purity, and he was God-fearing' (Quran 19:13).
Where is the name Hanan used?
Widely used across the Arab world and among Arab families in the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Hanan
- Hanan name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Hanan baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hanan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hanan mean?
Hanan means 'Tenderness, mercy, affection'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hanan a Muslim name?
Yes. Hanan is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, and the word ḥanān appears in the Quran.
How do you write Hanan in Arabic?
Hanan is written حنان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hanan?
Hanan is pronounced ha-NAAN.
Is Hanan mentioned in the Quran?
'And tenderness (ḥanānan) from Us, and purity, and he was God-fearing' (Quran 19:13).