Hessa
Hessa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Share, portion, one's lot”.
| Meaning | Share, portion, one's lot |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic (Gulf) |
| Arabic spelling | حصة |
| Pronunciation | HESS-sah |
| Arabic root | ح ص ص (ḥ-ṣ-ṣ) — to allot a share |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hessa
Hessa (Ḥiṣṣa) means a share or portion, one's allotted lot. It is a traditional name of the Arabian Peninsula, long used in Najd and the Gulf ruling families and still given today. It is rarely found outside the Gulf.
Is Hessa a Muslim name?
Yes. Hessa is a traditional Arabic Muslim name from the Gulf.
Where is the name Hessa used?
Mainly used in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and the UAE.
Gifts with the name Hessa
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Spellings and variants of Hessa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hessa mean?
Hessa means 'Share, portion, one's lot'. It comes from Arabic (Gulf).
Is Hessa a Muslim name?
Yes. Hessa is a traditional Arabic Muslim name from the Gulf.
How do you write Hessa in Arabic?
Hessa is written حصة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hessa?
Hessa is pronounced HESS-sah.