Ayah
Ayah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Sign; verse of the Quran”.
| Meaning | Sign; verse of the Quran |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | آية |
| Pronunciation | AH-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Ayah
Ayah is Aya spelled with a closing h, which stands in for the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa at the end. The word means a sign or marvel, from a root about signs. It is also the term for every individual verse of the Quran, so the name speaks directly of scripture. Many parents pick it as a way of showing their love for the Quran, and it is especially popular with Muslims in English-speaking countries.
Is Ayah a Muslim name?
Ayah is named after the Quranic word for a verse, which appears throughout the scripture, as in 'These are the verses (āyāt) of the clear Book' (Quran 12:1).
How popular is Ayah?
It is used across the Muslim world and is especially liked in English-speaking countries.
Gifts with the name Ayah
- Ayah name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Ayah baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Ayah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ayah mean?
Ayah means 'Sign; verse of the Quran'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ayah a Muslim name?
Ayah is named after the Quranic word for a verse, which appears throughout the scripture, as in 'These are the verses (āyāt) of the clear Book' (Quran 12:1).
How do you pronounce Ayah?
Ayah is pronounced AH-yah.
Is Ayah a boy or girl name?
Ayah is usually a girl name.