Sultana
Sultana is a Muslim girl name meaning “Queen, female ruler”.
| Meaning | Queen, female ruler |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سلطانة |
| Pronunciation | sool-TAA-nah |
| Arabic root | س ل ط (s-l-ṭ) — power, authority |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sultana
Sultana is the feminine of Sultan, used historically for queens, wives and daughters of sultans. Raziya Sultana, who ruled Delhi in the thirteenth century, is one of the best-known women to hold the title. Today it is a common given name in Bangladesh, India and Pakistan, often as part of a compound like Nasrin Sultana.
Is Sultana a Muslim name?
Yes. Sultana is an Arabic Muslim girl's name meaning queen or female ruler.
Where is the name Sultana used?
Especially common in Bangladesh, where it is often used as a second name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sultana mean?
Sultana means 'Queen, female ruler'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sultana a Muslim name?
Yes. Sultana is an Arabic Muslim girl's name meaning queen or female ruler.
How do you write Sultana in Arabic?
Sultana is written سلطانة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sultana?
Sultana is pronounced sool-TAA-nah.