Sakinah

Meaning of Sakinah

Sakinah—pronounced suh-KEE-nuh—floats into the ear like a warm breeze across an Andalusian plaza at sunset. Born from the mellifluous currents of classical Arabic, its core meaning is serene: divine tranquility, a calm bestowed upon the heart in moments of joy or reflection. In the Quran, Sakīnah represents that gentle peace descending upon believers, much like the final chord of a flamenco guitar that leaves listeners suspended in wonder. Though still a hidden gem in America—nestled just outside the top 900 with nine fresh arrivals in 2024—the name has been edging upward, whispering of a rising trend. For Latin families seeking a name that marries soulful spirituality with vibrant rhythms—and perhaps even coaxes a fussy newborn into an impromptu siesta—Sakinah offers an irresistible promise of calm amid life’s grand fiesta.

Pronunciation

Arabic

• Pronunced as suh-KEE-nuh (/səˈkiːnə/)

• Sakeena
• Sakina