The Djinn (also spelled “Jinn”) is a diverse array of supernatural beings with unique forms and abilities. They are often categorized based on their characteristics, nature, and functions. Here’s a fascinating list of some types and names of Djinn:

 

Marid:

Characteristics: Considered Djinn’s most potent and proud type. Known for their strength and size, Marids are often depicted as living near water.

Abilities: Capable of granting wishes, but usually require persuasion or binding.

Associations: Abundance and prosperity

Ifrit:

 

Characteristics: Associated with fire, Ifrits are known for being strong and cunning. They are often depicted as rebellious and evil spirits.

Abilities: Possess significant magical powers and are capable of taking revenge or causing harm.

Associations: Transformation & Vengance

Ghul (or “Ghoul”):

 

Characteristics: Often portrayed as evil spirits that dwell in graveyards and feast on human flesh. Ghouls are shape-shifters and are linked to desert settings.

Abilities: Known for shape-shifting and luring travelers to their doom.

Associations: Sin eaters, Removers dis-ease and dis-comfort

Sila:

 

Characteristics: Femaninesc Djinn, who are skilled in magic and often appear in the folklore of the Arabian Peninsula.

Abilities: Can change shape and often engage with humans mystically or deceptively.

Associations: Rain, good fortune, technology, creation, ingenuity

Jann:

Characteristics: Considered the weakest and most neutral of the Djinn. They are thought to live in remote areas like deserts and forests.

Abilities: Possess minor magical abilities and are generally non-threatening.

Associations: Nature & fertility