Yaseen
Yaseen is a Muslim boy name meaning “The letters Ya-Sin, title of Surah 36”.
| Meaning | The letters Ya-Sin, title of Surah 36 |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Quranic (Arabic letters) |
| Arabic spelling | يس |
| Pronunciation | yah-SEEN |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yaseen
Yaseen is the South Asian and Gulf spelling of Yāsīn, the two Arabic letters yāʾ and sīn that open the 36th chapter of the Quran. Surah Ya-Sin is recited often, especially for the sick and the deceased, and some scholars have regarded Yāsīn as one of the names of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Its precise meaning is known only to God, like the other opening letters of the Quran.
Is Yaseen a Muslim name?
Yes. Yaseen is a well-established Muslim name taken directly from the Quran, from the title of Surah Ya-Sin.
Is Yaseen in the Quran?
Surah 36 opens with these letters: 'Ya Sin. By the wise Quran' (Quran 36:1-2).
Where is the name Yaseen used?
Used throughout the Muslim world; Yaseen is especially common in Pakistan, India and the UK.
Gifts with the name Yaseen
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yaseen mean?
Yaseen means 'The letters Ya-Sin, title of Surah 36'. It comes from Quranic (Arabic letters).
Is Yaseen a Muslim name?
Yes. Yaseen is a well-established Muslim name taken directly from the Quran, from the title of Surah Ya-Sin.
How do you write Yaseen in Arabic?
Yaseen is written يس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yaseen?
Yaseen is pronounced yah-SEEN.
Is Yaseen mentioned in the Quran?
Surah 36 opens with these letters: 'Ya Sin. By the wise Quran' (Quran 36:1-2).