Sakina

Pronunciation: [ s-uhk-EEN-uh ]

Girl Name #2,860 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

Divine tranquility in a beautiful name

Arabic Islamic African South Asian

Spiritual Elegant Gentle Traditional

Meaning & Origin

"tranquility, peace of mind"

Origin: Arabic

Language: English

"divine presence, spiritual calm"

Origin: Arabic

Language: Arabic

The Story of Sakina

Sakina (also spelled Sakinah or Sakena) comes from the Arabic root s-k-n meaning to be still, calm, or at rest. In Islamic theology, Sakinah refers to the divine tranquility or the Presence of God — a spiritual calm that descends upon believers. The word appears in the Quran describing the peace Allah sent to the Prophet and believers.

Sakina is widely used across the Islamic world from Morocco to Malaysia. It carries deep spiritual significance while sounding melodically beautiful, making it a cherished choice for Muslim families.

In Islam, Sakinah is a Quranic term (Surah Al-Fath, 48:4) describing divine tranquility. The name is considered blessed because of its direct Quranic connection. Sayyida Sakina (Sakina bint Husayn) was also the granddaughter of Prophet Muhammad.

Fun Facts

Sakinah appears in the Quran (Surah Al-Fath) describing the divine peace Allah sent to believers
Sayyida Sakina bint Husayn, granddaughter of Prophet Muhammad, is venerated in both Sunni and Shia traditions

Sakina in Other Languages

Urdu سکینہ

Arabic سكينة

Persian سکینه

Swahili Sakina

Turkish Sakine

Famous People Named Sakina

Sakina bint Husayn

Religious

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Granddaughter of Prophet Muhammad and daughter of Imam Husayn ibn Ali, venerated as a saint

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #2,860
Total SSA Count: 58
Cultural Origins: Arabic Islamic African South Asian
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Saki Kina

Pairs Well With

Sakina Fatima Sakina Maryam Sakina Nour Sakina Amina Sakina Zainab Sakina Hana Sakina Layla

Sibling Names

Fatima Ibrahim Maryam Yusuf Amira Tariq Leila

Similar Names

Regina Celina Selina Rowena Tabitha Sabina Marina Corina

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sakina

What does the name Sakina mean?

"tranquility, peace of mind" (from Arabic). "divine presence, spiritual calm" (from Arabic). Sakina (also spelled Sakinah or Sakena) comes from the Arabic root s-k-n meaning to be still, calm, or at rest. In Islamic theology, Sakinah refers to the divine tranquility or the Presence of God — a spiritual calm that descends upon believers. The word appears in the Quran describing the peace Allah sent to the Prophet and believers.

What is the origin of the name Sakina?

Sakina has Arabic, Islamic, African, and South Asian origins. In Arabic, it means "tranquility, peace of mind". In Arabic, it means "divine presence, spiritual calm".

Is Sakina a boy or girl name?

Sakina is primarily used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Sakina?

Sakina is pronounced s-uhk-EEN-uh.

How popular is the name Sakina?

Sakina is currently ranked #2860 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Sakina?

Common nicknames for Sakina include Saki and Kina.

What are good middle names for Sakina?

Popular middle name pairings include Sakina Fatima, Sakina Maryam, Sakina Nour, Sakina Amina, Sakina Zainab, Sakina Hana, and Sakina Layla.

What are good sibling names for Sakina?

Names that pair well with Sakina as siblings include Fatima, Ibrahim, Maryam, Yusuf, Amira, Tariq, and Leila.

How many syllables does Sakina have?

Sakina has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Sakina a common or rare name?

Sakina is an uncommon name, ranked #2860 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Sakina

Sakina is a girl name with Arabic, Islamic, African, and South Asian origins . The name means "tranquility, peace of mind" in Arabic .

Sakina is currently ranked #2,860 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Sakina has 3 syllables and is pronounced s-uhk-EEN-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Sakina include Saki and Kina. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.