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Majnun Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "majnun" is "possessed", and is used often for "boy".

Name
majnun
Meaning
possessed
Pronunciation
mahj-noon
Used for
boy
Syllables
2

Majnun Name Details

Majnun is a name with Arabic origin. It comes from the Arabic word 'majnun' which means 'possessed' or 'mad'. In classical Arabic literature, Majnun refers to a legendary character named Qays ibn al-Mulawwah who was deeply in love with a woman named Layla. His intense love for Layla led him to madness, and he became known as Majnun Layla, meaning 'Madman of Layla'. The name Majnun is often associated with passionate love and devotion.

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