Soukaina
Soukaina is a Muslim girl name meaning “Tranquillity; little calm one”.
| Meaning | Tranquillity; little calm one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سكينة |
| Pronunciation | soo-KAY-nah |
| Arabic root | س ك ن (s-k-n) — calm, tranquillity |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Soukaina
Soukaina is the Moroccan and French-style spelling of Sukayna, a name tied to the root of sakīna, 'tranquillity'. Sukayna was the well-known name of Āmina bint al-Ḥusayn, daughter of al-Ḥusayn ibn ʿAlī and great-granddaughter of the Prophet ﷺ, remembered for her eloquence and learning.
Is Soukaina a Muslim name?
Yes. Soukaina is a form of Sukayna, a name of the Prophet's ﷺ family through Sukayna bint al-Husayn.
Is Soukaina in the Quran?
The related word sakīna appears in 'It is He who sent down tranquillity into the hearts of the believers' (Quran 48:4).
Where is the name Soukaina used?
Very popular in Morocco and among Moroccan families in Europe.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Soukaina mean?
Soukaina means 'Tranquillity; little calm one'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Soukaina a Muslim name?
Yes. Soukaina is a form of Sukayna, a name of the Prophet's ﷺ family through Sukayna bint al-Husayn.
How do you write Soukaina in Arabic?
Soukaina is written سكينة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Soukaina?
Soukaina is pronounced soo-KAY-nah.
Is Soukaina mentioned in the Quran?
The related word sakīna appears in 'It is He who sent down tranquillity into the hearts of the believers' (Quran 48:4).