Hinda
Hinda is a Muslim girl name meaning “Form of Hind, an old Arabian name”.
| Meaning | Form of Hind, an old Arabian name |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali form of Arabic Hind |
| Arabic spelling | هند |
| Pronunciation | HIN-dah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hinda
Hinda is the Somali form of the Arabic name Hind, with the feminine -a ending Somali adds to many names. Hind is an ancient Arabian name, often linked to 'a group of about a hundred camels'. Umm Salama, one of the Mothers of the Believers, was named Hind bint Abi Umayya, which made the name respected in Muslim families.
Is Hinda a Muslim name?
Yes. Hinda is a Muslim name, the Somali form of Hind. Hind was the personal name of Umm Salama, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Hinda used?
Popular among Somalis; the base form Hind is common across the Arab world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hinda mean?
Hinda means 'Form of Hind, an old Arabian name'. It comes from Somali form of Arabic Hind.
Is Hinda a Muslim name?
Yes. Hinda is a Muslim name, the Somali form of Hind. Hind was the personal name of Umm Salama, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Hinda in Arabic?
Hinda is written هند in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hinda?
Hinda is pronounced HIN-dah.