Jannah
Jannah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Paradise, garden”.
| Meaning | Paradise, garden |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | جنة |
| Pronunciation | JAN-nah |
| Arabic root | ج ن ن (j-n-n) — to cover, to conceal |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Jannah
Jannah is the Quranic word for Paradise, literally 'garden', from a root meaning to cover or shade. As a girl's name it expresses hope for the eternal reward. Some scholars have voiced reservations about naming a person after Paradise itself, but it is widely used and generally considered acceptable.
Is Jannah a Muslim name?
Yes. Jannah is a popular Muslim girls' name meaning Paradise.
Is Jannah in the Quran?
Al-jannah (the Garden) is mentioned many times in the Quran, as in 'hasten to forgiveness from your Lord and a garden as wide as the heavens and the earth' (Quran 3:133).
Where is the name Jannah used?
Popular among Muslims worldwide, especially in the UK, US and Southeast Asia.
Gifts with the name Jannah
- Jannah name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Jannah baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Jannah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jannah mean?
Jannah means 'Paradise, garden'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Jannah a Muslim name?
Yes. Jannah is a popular Muslim girls' name meaning Paradise.
How do you write Jannah in Arabic?
Jannah is written جنة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Jannah?
Jannah is pronounced JAN-nah.
Is Jannah mentioned in the Quran?
Al-jannah (the Garden) is mentioned many times in the Quran, as in 'hasten to forgiveness from your Lord and a garden as wide as the heavens and the earth' (Quran 3:133).