Indian name meaning
Shabana
♀ GirlSha·ba·na · 3 syllables
Of the night; nocturnal
- Origin
- Persian
- Most used by
- Muslim families
- Commonly used in
- Muslim families across India
- Also spelled
- Shabnam
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Compassionate, idealistic and generous — moved by big causes and helping others.
The letters of Shabana add up to 18, which reduces to 9.
About the name Shabana
Shabana is a girl's name of Persian origin, most commonly given in Muslim families and popular in Muslim families across India. It carries the meaning “Of the night; nocturnal.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Shabana has the name number 9, “The Humanitarian.” It is also spelled Shabnam.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shabana mean?
Shabana means “Of the night; nocturnal.” It is a girl's name of Persian origin.
Is Shabana a boy or a girl name?
Shabana is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Shabana?
Shabana is of Persian origin and is most commonly used in Muslim families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Shabana?
In the Chaldean system, Shabana has the name number 9, “The Humanitarian.”
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