Harouna
Harouna is a Muslim boy name meaning “Form of Harun (Aaron), a Prophet”.
| Meaning | Form of Harun (Aaron), a Prophet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | West African form of Arabic Harun |
| Arabic spelling | هارون |
| Pronunciation | hah-ROO-nah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Harouna
Harouna is the West African form of Hārūn, the brother of Mūsā (Moses) and himself a Prophet. A final -a is added, as in Idrissa and Lassana. Hārūn is mentioned many times in the Quran as Mūsā's helper and spokesman. The name is common in Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso, and in Nigeria the Hausa form Haruna is used.
Is Harouna a Muslim name?
Yes. Harouna is a Muslim name, the West African form of the Prophet Hārūn (Aaron), brother of Mūsā.
Is Harouna in the Quran?
Musa prays for him in the Quran: 'And appoint for me a helper from my family, Harun, my brother' (Quran 20:29-30).
Where is the name Harouna used?
Common in Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso and Senegal; Haruna is the usual form in northern Nigeria and Ghana.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Harouna mean?
Harouna means 'Form of Harun (Aaron), a Prophet'. It comes from West African form of Arabic Harun.
Is Harouna a Muslim name?
Yes. Harouna is a Muslim name, the West African form of the Prophet Hārūn (Aaron), brother of Mūsā.
How do you write Harouna in Arabic?
Harouna is written هارون in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Harouna?
Harouna is pronounced hah-ROO-nah.
Is Harouna mentioned in the Quran?
Musa prays for him in the Quran: 'And appoint for me a helper from my family, Harun, my brother' (Quran 20:29-30).