Thani
Thani is a Muslim boy name meaning “Second”.
| Meaning | Second |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ثاني |
| Pronunciation | THAA-nee |
| Arabic root | ث ن ي (th-n-y) — two, to repeat |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Thani
Thani simply means 'second' in Arabic. It was given in older times to a second son, and it is best known as the name of Thani bin Mohammed, ancestor of Qatar's ruling Al Thani family. In Qatar and the UAE it is still used as a first name, carrying a sense of heritage rather than birth order.
Is Thani a Muslim name?
Yes. Thani is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, mainly in Qatar and the UAE. It means 'second'.
Is Thani in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran describing the Prophet ﷺ in the cave as 'the second of two (thāniya ithnayn)' (Quran 9:40).
Where is the name Thani used?
Used mostly in Qatar and the UAE.
Gifts with the name Thani
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Spellings and variants of Thani
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Thani mean?
Thani means 'Second'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Thani a Muslim name?
Yes. Thani is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, mainly in Qatar and the UAE. It means 'second'.
How do you write Thani in Arabic?
Thani is written ثاني in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Thani?
Thani is pronounced THAA-nee.
Is Thani mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran describing the Prophet ﷺ in the cave as 'the second of two (thāniya ithnayn)' (Quran 9:40).