Sakeena
Sakeena is a Muslim girl name meaning “Tranquillity, calm sent by God”.
| Meaning | Tranquillity, calm sent by God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سكينة |
| Pronunciation | sa-KEE-nah |
| Arabic root | س ك ن (s-k-n) — to be still, to dwell |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sakeena
Sakeena is a South Asian spelling of Sakīna, the calm and inner peace that God sends into believers' hearts. The word appears several times in the Quran. It was the name of Sakīna bint al-Ḥusayn, the granddaughter of ʿAlī and Fāṭima, who was present at Karbala and was known later for her learning and eloquence.
Is Sakeena a Muslim name?
Yes. Sakeena is a Quranic Muslim name meaning God-given tranquillity, borne by Sakīna bint al-Ḥusayn.
Is Sakeena in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'It is He who sent down tranquillity (al-sakīna) into the hearts of the believers' (Quran 48:4).
Where is the name Sakeena used?
This spelling is common in India and Pakistan; Sakina is the more frequent form elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sakeena mean?
Sakeena means 'Tranquillity, calm sent by God'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sakeena a Muslim name?
Yes. Sakeena is a Quranic Muslim name meaning God-given tranquillity, borne by Sakīna bint al-Ḥusayn.
How do you write Sakeena in Arabic?
Sakeena is written سكينة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sakeena?
Sakeena is pronounced sa-KEE-nah.
Is Sakeena mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'It is He who sent down tranquillity (al-sakīna) into the hearts of the believers' (Quran 48:4).