Hassana
Hassana is a Muslim girl name meaning “Good, beautiful; the first of twin girls”.
| Meaning | Good, beautiful; the first of twin girls |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa form |
| Arabic spelling | حسنة |
| Pronunciation | has-SAA-nah |
| Arabic root | ح س ن (ḥ-s-n) — to be good, beautiful |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hassana
Hassana is a Hausa feminine form of Hasan. Among Hausa Muslims it is traditionally given to the first-born of twin girls, with the second named Husaina, mirroring Hassan and Husaini for boy twins, after the Prophet's grandsons. It is also used on its own.
Is Hassana a Muslim name?
Yes. Hassana is a Muslim name, the Hausa feminine of Hasan.
Where is the name Hassana used?
Common in northern Nigeria, Niger and Ghana.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hassana mean?
Hassana means 'Good, beautiful; the first of twin girls'. It comes from Arabic, Hausa form.
Is Hassana a Muslim name?
Yes. Hassana is a Muslim name, the Hausa feminine of Hasan.
How do you write Hassana in Arabic?
Hassana is written حسنة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hassana?
Hassana is pronounced has-SAA-nah.