Kenza
Kenza is a Muslim girl name meaning “Treasure”.
| Meaning | Treasure |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic (Maghrebi) |
| Arabic spelling | كنزة |
| Pronunciation | KEN-zah |
| Arabic root | ك ن ز (k-n-z) — to store up, to treasure |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kenza
Kenza is the North African feminine form built on kanz, 'treasure'. It is one of the best-loved girls' names in Morocco and Algeria and is common among French Muslims of Maghrebi background. A famous early bearer was Kenza al-Awrabiyya, the Berber wife of Idris I, founder of the Idrisid state, and mother of Idris II.
Is Kenza a Muslim name?
Yes. Kenza is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'treasure'. It is especially associated with Morocco, where it recalls Kenza al-Awrabiyya, mother of Idris II.
Is Kenza in the Quran?
The word kanz (treasure) appears in the Quran, as in the story of the wall that hid 'a treasure for them' belonging to two orphan boys (Quran 18:82).
Where is the name Kenza used?
Very popular in Morocco, Algeria and among North African families in France and Belgium.
Gifts with the name Kenza
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Spellings and variants of Kenza
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kenza mean?
Kenza means 'Treasure'. It comes from Arabic (Maghrebi).
Is Kenza a Muslim name?
Yes. Kenza is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'treasure'. It is especially associated with Morocco, where it recalls Kenza al-Awrabiyya, mother of Idris II.
How do you write Kenza in Arabic?
Kenza is written كنزة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kenza?
Kenza is pronounced KEN-zah.
Is Kenza mentioned in the Quran?
The word kanz (treasure) appears in the Quran, as in the story of the wall that hid 'a treasure for them' belonging to two orphan boys (Quran 18:82).