Sakina
Sakina is a Muslim girl name meaning “Tranquillity, peace of heart”.
| Meaning | Tranquillity, peace of heart |
|---|---|
| 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 Sakina
Sakina is the most widespread spelling of the Quranic word sakīna, God-given calm and reassurance. It is closely associated with Sakīna bint al-Ḥusayn, granddaughter of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib and Fāṭima, who survived Karbala. In Shia communities a young daughter of al-Ḥusayn is also remembered by this name, which has made it especially beloved in Pakistan, India and Iraq.
Is Sakina a Muslim name?
Yes. Sakina is a Quranic Muslim name meaning tranquillity, borne by Sakīna bint al-Ḥusayn of the Prophet's ﷺ family.
Is Sakina in the Quran?
The Quran speaks of the Ark 'in which is tranquillity (sakīna) from your Lord' (Quran 2:248).
Where is the name Sakina used?
Used across the Muslim world; especially popular in Pakistan, India, Iraq, Iran (Sakineh) and East Africa.
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Spellings and variants of Sakina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sakina mean?
Sakina means 'Tranquillity, peace of heart'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sakina a Muslim name?
Yes. Sakina is a Quranic Muslim name meaning tranquillity, borne by Sakīna bint al-Ḥusayn of the Prophet's ﷺ family.
How do you write Sakina in Arabic?
Sakina is written سكينة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sakina?
Sakina is pronounced sa-KEE-nah.
Is Sakina mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran speaks of the Ark 'in which is tranquillity (sakīna) from your Lord' (Quran 2:248).