Sani
Sani is a Muslim boy name meaning “Second”.
| Meaning | Second |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa form |
| Arabic spelling | ثاني |
| Pronunciation | SAH-nee |
| Arabic root | ث ن ي (th-n-y) — two, second |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sani
Sani comes from Arabic thānī, 'second', with the Arabic th sound becoming s in Hausa. In northern Nigeria it is very often used in the combination Muhammadu Sani, given to a boy named after an elder who also bore the name Muhammad, and it also stands alone as a given name. Sani Abacha and Sani Bello are well-known bearers.
Is Sani a Muslim name?
Yes. Sani is a Hausa Muslim name from the Arabic word thānī, 'second', and is closely tied to the name Muhammad in Hausa naming custom.
Is Sani in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran describing the Prophet ﷺ in the cave as 'the second of two' (thāniya ithnayn) (Quran 9:40).
Where is the name Sani used?
Extremely common among Hausa and Fulani men in Nigeria and Niger; Sanni is a Yoruba Muslim surname.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sani mean?
Sani means 'Second'. It comes from Arabic, Hausa form.
Is Sani a Muslim name?
Yes. Sani is a Hausa Muslim name from the Arabic word thānī, 'second', and is closely tied to the name Muhammad in Hausa naming custom.
How do you write Sani in Arabic?
Sani is written ثاني in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sani?
Sani is pronounced SAH-nee.
Is Sani mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran describing the Prophet ﷺ in the cave as 'the second of two' (thāniya ithnayn) (Quran 9:40).