Leenah
Leenah is a Muslim girl name meaning “A tender young palm tree”.
| Meaning | A tender young palm tree |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | لينة |
| Pronunciation | LEE-nah |
| Arabic root | ل ي ن (l-y-n) — to be soft |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Leenah
Leenah is a spelling of Līna with a final h for the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa. The word līna names a kind of palm tree and is linked to the idea of softness. This spelling is used mainly by English-speaking and South Asian Muslim families.
Is Leenah a Muslim name?
Yes. Leenah is a form of the Arabic name Lina, a word found in the Quran.
Is Leenah in the Quran?
The word appears in 'Whatever you cut down of palm trees (līna) or left standing on their trunks, it was by permission of God' (Quran 59:5).
Where is the name Leenah used?
Used mainly in South Asia and the English-speaking diaspora.
Gifts with the name Leenah
- Leenah name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Leenah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Leenah mean?
Leenah means 'A tender young palm tree'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Leenah a Muslim name?
Yes. Leenah is a form of the Arabic name Lina, a word found in the Quran.
How do you write Leenah in Arabic?
Leenah is written لينة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Leenah?
Leenah is pronounced LEE-nah.
Is Leenah mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'Whatever you cut down of palm trees (līna) or left standing on their trunks, it was by permission of God' (Quran 59:5).