Hannah
Hannah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Grace, favour”.
| Meaning | Grace, favour |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Arabic spelling | حنّة |
| Pronunciation | HAN-nah |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Hannah
Hannah comes from Hebrew Ḥannah, meaning grace or favour. In Islamic tradition Ḥanna bint Fāqūdh is the name given to the mother of Maryam (Mary), the woman who dedicated her unborn child to God's service. The Quran tells her story but calls her only 'the wife of ʿImrān'.
Is Hannah a Muslim name?
Hannah is Hebrew rather than Arabic, but it is used by Muslims, especially as the name tradition gives to Maryam's mother. Many Muslim families also pick the Arabic name Hana, which sounds similar.
Is Hannah in the Quran?
Her vow is recorded: 'When the wife of ʿImrān said, My Lord, I have vowed to You what is in my womb' (Quran 3:35).
Where is the name Hannah used?
Used by Muslim families in the West and the Arab world, as well as by Jews and Christians.
Gifts with the name Hannah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hannah mean?
Hannah means 'Grace, favour'. It comes from Hebrew.
Is Hannah a Muslim name?
Hannah is Hebrew rather than Arabic, but it is used by Muslims, especially as the name tradition gives to Maryam's mother. Many Muslim families also pick the Arabic name Hana, which sounds similar.
How do you write Hannah in Arabic?
Hannah is written حنّة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hannah?
Hannah is pronounced HAN-nah.
Is Hannah mentioned in the Quran?
Her vow is recorded: 'When the wife of ʿImrān said, My Lord, I have vowed to You what is in my womb' (Quran 3:35).