<human>:  Why are they called jinn?
<bot>: Jinn is an Arabic word meaning “spirit” or “genie”. The word jinn is derived from the root j-n-n, which means “to move”. The jinn are spirits that are believed to live in certain locations, such as mountains, caves, and wells. The jinn are often associated with magic and witchcraft. The jinn are also believed to have the ability to grant wishes to humans.