Wasan
Wasan is a Muslim girl name meaning “Drowsiness, the first light sleep”.
| Meaning | Drowsiness, the first light sleep |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | وسن |
| Pronunciation | WA-san |
| Arabic root | و س ن (w-s-n) — drowsiness |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Wasan
Wasan means the first gentle drowsiness before sleep, a soft, peaceful state. Poets associated it with languid, beautiful eyes. The name is popular for girls in Iraq and the Levant. The Quran uses a word from the same root, sina, when it says God is never touched by drowsiness.
Is Wasan a Muslim name?
Yes. Wasan is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, meaning gentle drowsiness.
Is Wasan in the Quran?
Its root appears in Ayat al-Kursi: 'Neither drowsiness (sina) overtakes Him nor sleep' (Quran 2:255).
Where is the name Wasan used?
Popular in Iraq, Syria and Jordan.
Gifts with the name Wasan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wasan mean?
Wasan means 'Drowsiness, the first light sleep'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Wasan a Muslim name?
Yes. Wasan is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, meaning gentle drowsiness.
How do you write Wasan in Arabic?
Wasan is written وسن in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Wasan?
Wasan is pronounced WA-san.
Is Wasan mentioned in the Quran?
Its root appears in Ayat al-Kursi: 'Neither drowsiness (sina) overtakes Him nor sleep' (Quran 2:255).