Hannan
Hannan is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Compassionate, tender-hearted”.
| Meaning | Compassionate, tender-hearted |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حنّان |
| Pronunciation | han-NAAN |
| Arabic root | ح ن ن (ḥ-n-n) — to feel tenderness, compassion |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hannan
Hannan most precisely renders Ḥannān, an intensive form meaning very compassionate, which is used as a boy's name. In Pakistan and elsewhere the same spelling is also used for girls as a variant of Ḥanān, tenderness. Both come from the root of loving compassion.
Is Hannan a Muslim name?
Yes. Hannan is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning compassionate; it is used for boys and, as a form of Hanan, for girls.
Is Hannan in the Quran?
The root appears in the description of Yahya: 'and tenderness from Us' (Quran 19:13).
Where is the name Hannan used?
Used in South Asia and the Arab world; Hanan is more common for girls.
Gifts with the name Hannan
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Spellings and variants of Hannan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hannan mean?
Hannan means 'Compassionate, tender-hearted'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hannan a Muslim name?
Yes. Hannan is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning compassionate; it is used for boys and, as a form of Hanan, for girls.
How do you write Hannan in Arabic?
Hannan is written حنّان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hannan?
Hannan is pronounced han-NAAN.
Is Hannan mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in the description of Yahya: 'and tenderness from Us' (Quran 19:13).