Sakeenah
Sakeenah 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 Sakeenah
Sakeenah spells Sakīna with a final h to show the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa. In the Quran the word describes the reassurance God sent down on the Prophet ﷺ in the cave, on the believers at Ḥudaybiyya, and, as a sign, in the Ark of the Covenant. It is a gentle name that stresses peace of heart rather than outward calm.
Is Sakeenah a Muslim name?
Yes. Sakeenah is a Quranic name used by Muslims, meaning the tranquillity God sends to the believers.
Is Sakeenah in the Quran?
The word is used for the Prophet ﷺ in the cave: 'Then Allah sent down His tranquillity (sakīnatahu) upon him' (Quran 9:40).
Where is the name Sakeenah used?
Favoured by English-speaking Muslims in the UK, US and South Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sakeenah mean?
Sakeenah means 'Tranquillity, calm sent by God'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sakeenah a Muslim name?
Yes. Sakeenah is a Quranic name used by Muslims, meaning the tranquillity God sends to the believers.
How do you write Sakeenah in Arabic?
Sakeenah is written سكينة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sakeenah?
Sakeenah is pronounced sa-KEE-nah.
Is Sakeenah mentioned in the Quran?
The word is used for the Prophet ﷺ in the cave: 'Then Allah sent down His tranquillity (sakīnatahu) upon him' (Quran 9:40).