Kinza
Kinza is a Muslim girl name meaning “Treasure, hidden treasure”.
| Meaning | Treasure, hidden treasure |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu usage |
| Arabic spelling | کنزہ |
| Pronunciation | KIN-zah |
| Arabic root | ك ن ز (k-n-z) — to store up, to treasure |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kinza
Kinza is the South Asian spelling of a girl's name built on the Arabic kanz, 'treasure', with the vowel shifted to i as it often is in Urdu. It is a favourite in Pakistan and among British Pakistanis; the Pakistani actress Kinza Hashmi is a well-known bearer. In North Africa the same idea is expressed by Kenza.
Is Kinza a Muslim name?
Yes. Kinza is a Muslim name derived from the Arabic word kanz, 'treasure', and is very popular among Pakistani families.
Is Kinza in the Quran?
The word kanz appears in the Quran, in the story of the wall that concealed 'a treasure for them' left to two orphans (Quran 18:82).
Where is the name Kinza used?
Very popular in Pakistan and among the Pakistani diaspora in the UK.
Gifts with the name Kinza
- Kinza name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Kinza baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Kinza
More girl names like Kinza
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kinza mean?
Kinza means 'Treasure, hidden treasure'. It comes from Arabic, Urdu usage.
Is Kinza a Muslim name?
Yes. Kinza is a Muslim name derived from the Arabic word kanz, 'treasure', and is very popular among Pakistani families.
How do you write Kinza in Arabic?
Kinza is written کنزہ in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kinza?
Kinza is pronounced KIN-zah.
Is Kinza mentioned in the Quran?
The word kanz appears in the Quran, in the story of the wall that concealed 'a treasure for them' left to two orphans (Quran 18:82).