Sukaynah
Sukaynah 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 Sukaynah
Sukaynah is a transliteration of سكينة with the final 'h' marking the feminine ending. The name is tied to the root of sakīna, 'calm, tranquillity', and is famous through Sukayna bint al-Ḥusayn, great-granddaughter of the Prophet ﷺ. The spelling with -ah is common among English-speaking Muslims.
Is Sukaynah a Muslim name?
Yes. Sukaynah is a Muslim girl's name meaning tranquillity, borne by Sukayna bint al-Husayn.
Is Sukaynah 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 Sukaynah used?
Used among Arab, South Asian and Western Muslim families, especially Shia communities.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sukaynah mean?
Sukaynah means 'Tranquillity; little calm one'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sukaynah a Muslim name?
Yes. Sukaynah is a Muslim girl's name meaning tranquillity, borne by Sukayna bint al-Husayn.
How do you write Sukaynah in Arabic?
Sukaynah is written سكينة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sukaynah?
Sukaynah is pronounced soo-KAY-nah.
Is Sukaynah 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).