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JanaIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

God is Merciful

Pronunciation: JAH-nuh

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Name
Jana
Meaning
God is Merciful
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
JAH-nuh
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Jana mean?

Jana is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "God is Merciful". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: JAH-nuh. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

جنى

دنیا کی باقی ہونے والی جنت

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

جنى

الجنة الباقية إلى يوم القيامة

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

JAH-nuh

IPA

/ˈdʒɑːnə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Jana is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is God is Merciful. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

BlueGreen

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: Independent, ambitious, and leader

Personality

Personality Traits

KindCompassionateGraciousV

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name full of mercy and compassion, reflecting Allah's infinite love for His creation.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Fatima is popular among Muslims worldwide and is the name of Prophet Muhammad's (pbuh) beloved daughter. It reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Islamic faith and is a source of inspiration for many.
The name Fatima is deeply rooted in Islamic spirituality and symbolizes sacrifice, devotion, and the essence of motherhood. It is believed that the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) held his daughter Fatima in the highest regard and considered her the embodiment of his mission.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Various Islamic scholars and saints The name Jana carried significant weight in that era.

Throughout Islamic history

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Jana

The Paradise that will remain until the Day of Judgment

🇵🇰Urdu

جنى

دنیا کی باقی ہونے والی جنت

🇸🇦Arabic

جنى

الجنة الباقية إلى يوم القيامة

🇮🇳Hindi

जन

आगे की जीती हुई जन्नत

🇦🇫Pashto

جنى

دنیا کی باقی ہونے والی جنتی

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