ثناء

Thana

girlArabic

Thana is a Muslim girl name meaning “Praise, commendation”.

MeaningPraise, commendation
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingثناء
Pronunciationtha-NAA
Arabic rootث ن ي (th-n-y) — to praise; to fold
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Thana

Thana (Thanāʾ) means praise and commendation. In Muslim practice the word is familiar from the opening supplication of the prayer, often called the 'thana', beginning Subḥānaka Allāhumma. In South Asia the name is usually written Sana, reflecting the Urdu pronunciation, and is one of the most popular girls' names there.

Is Thana a Muslim name?

Yes. Thana is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin meaning praise; Sana is the same name in Urdu spelling.

Where is the name Thana used?

Thana is used in the Arab world; Sana is very common in Pakistan and India.

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Spellings and variants of Thana

ThanaaSanaSanaaThanaa'

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Thana mean?

Thana means 'Praise, commendation'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Thana a Muslim name?

Yes. Thana is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin meaning praise; Sana is the same name in Urdu spelling.

How do you write Thana in Arabic?

Thana is written ثناء in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Thana?

Thana is pronounced tha-NAA.

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