زانا

Zana

boyKurdish

Zana is a Muslim boy name meaning “Wise, learned, knowledgeable”.

MeaningWise, learned, knowledgeable
GenderBoy
OriginKurdish
Arabic spellingزانا
PronunciationZAH-nah
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Zana

Zana comes from the Kurdish verb zanîn, 'to know', and means 'wise' or 'learned'. It is used as a boys' name in both Sorani and Kurmanji areas, and occasionally for girls. The meaning is close to the Arabic ʿĀlim or Ḥakīm. It should not be confused with the Arabic word zinā, which is unrelated.

Is Zana a Muslim name?

Yes, in practice. Zana is a Kurdish name meaning 'wise', used by Kurdish Muslim families.

Where is the name Zana used?

Common among Kurds in Iraq, Turkey, Syria and Iran.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Zana mean?

Zana means 'Wise, learned, knowledgeable'. It comes from Kurdish.

Is Zana a Muslim name?

Yes, in practice. Zana is a Kurdish name meaning 'wise', used by Kurdish Muslim families.

How do you write Zana in Arabic?

Zana is written زانا in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Zana?

Zana is pronounced ZAH-nah.

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