مسکان

Muskan

girlHindustani (Urdu / Hindi)

Muskan is a Muslim girl name meaning “Smile”.

MeaningSmile
GenderGirl
OriginHindustani (Urdu / Hindi)
Arabic spellingمسکان
Pronunciationmoos-KAHN
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Muskan

Muskan is the everyday Urdu and Hindi word for 'smile', from the verb muskurānā, 'to smile'. It is used as a girls' name by Muslims, Hindus and Sikhs alike across Pakistan and North India. It has no Arabic root and is not found in classical Islamic sources, but it is very familiar in South Asian Muslim families.

Is Muskan a Muslim name?

Muskan is used by many Muslim families in Pakistan and India, although it is a Hindustani word rather than an Arabic or Islamic name. Its meaning, 'smile', is simple and positive.

Where is the name Muskan used?

Popular across Pakistan and North India among people of all faiths.

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Spellings and variants of Muskan

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Muskan mean?

Muskan means 'Smile'. It comes from Hindustani (Urdu / Hindi).

Is Muskan a Muslim name?

Muskan is used by many Muslim families in Pakistan and India, although it is a Hindustani word rather than an Arabic or Islamic name. Its meaning, 'smile', is simple and positive.

How do you write Muskan in Arabic?

Muskan is written مسکان in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Muskan?

Muskan is pronounced moos-KAHN.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.