بهية

Bahiyya

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Bahiyya is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Radiant, beautiful”.

MeaningRadiant, beautiful
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Written asبهية
Pronunciationba-HEE-yah
TraditionMuslim
Used inLevant, Egypt, North Africa

Meaning and origin of Bahiyya

Bahiyya is a feminine adjective from bahāʾ, the Arabic word for splendour and brilliance. It describes someone radiant and resplendent, with a beauty that is dignified rather than showy. A well-known bearer today is Bahia Hariri, the Lebanese politician. The name becomes Behiye in Turkish, and North Africans often write it Bahia in the French style, while Bahiyyah is a closer English transliteration.

Is Bahiyya a Muslim name?

Bahiyya is an Arabic Muslim girls' name for radiant beauty.

How popular is Bahiyya?

It is found in Lebanon, Egypt and North Africa, where Bahia is the usual French-style spelling.

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Spellings and variants of Bahiyya

BahiyyahBahiyahBahiaBehiye

Names similar to Bahiyya

BahiyahJamilaWasimaBadia

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Bahiyya mean?

Bahiyya means 'Radiant, beautiful'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Bahiyya a Muslim name?

Bahiyya is an Arabic Muslim girls' name for radiant beauty.

How do you pronounce Bahiyya?

Bahiyya is pronounced ba-HEE-yah.

Is Bahiyya a boy or girl name?

Bahiyya is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.