ثناء

Sena

girlTurkish form of Arabic

Sena is a Muslim girl name meaning “Praise; brilliance”.

MeaningPraise; brilliance
GenderGirl
OriginTurkish form of Arabic
Arabic spellingثناء
Pronunciationseh-NAH
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Sena

Sena is a popular Turkish girl's name taken from Arabic. In Turkish it usually means praise, from thanā', while some link it to sanā', brilliance; both words are pronounced the same way in Turkish. It has been one of the most frequently given names in Turkey since the 1990s and is also used in Bosnia.

Is Sena a Muslim name?

Yes. Sena is a Turkish Muslim name derived from Arabic, meaning praise.

Where is the name Sena used?

Very popular in Turkey and among Turkish families in Europe.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Sena mean?

Sena means 'Praise; brilliance'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic.

Is Sena a Muslim name?

Yes. Sena is a Turkish Muslim name derived from Arabic, meaning praise.

How do you write Sena in Arabic?

Sena is written ثناء in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Sena?

Sena is pronounced seh-NAH.

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