Tamana
Tamana is a Muslim girl name meaning “Wish, desire, hope”.
| Meaning | Wish, desire, hope |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian / Pashto, from Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | تمنا |
| Pronunciation | ta-MAH-nah |
| Arabic root | م ن ي (m-n-y) — to wish, to hope |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Tamana
Tamana is the spelling used in Afghanistan and among Pashto and Dari speakers for the Persian word tamannā, a wish or longing, itself borrowed from Arabic tamannī. It is a popular girl's name in Afghanistan and Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where the single-n spelling is usual.
Is Tamana a Muslim name?
Yes. Tamana is used by Muslim families, especially in Afghanistan and Pakistan. It is a Persian word of Arabic origin meaning wish or hope.
Where is the name Tamana used?
Common among Afghan and Pashtun families.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tamana mean?
Tamana means 'Wish, desire, hope'. It comes from Persian / Pashto, from Arabic.
Is Tamana a Muslim name?
Yes. Tamana is used by Muslim families, especially in Afghanistan and Pakistan. It is a Persian word of Arabic origin meaning wish or hope.
How do you write Tamana in Arabic?
Tamana is written تمنا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Tamana?
Tamana is pronounced ta-MAH-nah.