What is the meaning of the Islamic name Adnan (عَدْنَان)?

The Islamic name Adnan (عَدْنَان) means "Settler, Ancestor of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ". It is of Arabic origin and is suitable for a Muslim boy.

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Origin: Arabic

عَدْنَان

Adnan

Transliteration: ‘Adnān • Pronounced: (Ad-naan)

Name Meaning

"Settler, Ancestor of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ"

Prominent Regional Familiarity:

Global Muslim Usage

Noble ancestor of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ from the line of Prophet Ismail (A.S.).

Primary Quranic / Hadith Source: Seerah Nabawiyyah

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