Dhuha
Dhuha is a Muslim girl name of Arabic (Quranic) origin, meaning “Morning brightness”.
| Meaning | Morning brightness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic (Quranic) |
| Written as | ضحى |
| Pronunciation | DOO-hah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, Iraq, Malaysia, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Dhuha
Dhuha, or ḍuḥā, names the radiant stretch of morning once the sun has climbed well above the horizon. Its root refers to this forenoon light. Surah 93 of the Quran carries the word as its title; it begins by swearing by the morning light and came down to console the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The optional ṣalāt al-ḍuḥā, a prayer offered at that hour, takes its name from the same time of day.
Is Dhuha a Muslim name?
Dhuha is a cherished Quranic name for girls, since Surah al-Ḍuḥā opens with 'By the morning brightness (al-ḍuḥā)' (Quran 93:1).
How popular is Dhuha?
It is used throughout the Muslim world, appearing as Duha in Arab countries and as Zuha in South Asia.
Gifts with the name Dhuha
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Dhuha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dhuha mean?
Dhuha means 'Morning brightness'. It is of Arabic (Quranic) origin.
Is Dhuha a Muslim name?
Dhuha is a cherished Quranic name for girls, since Surah al-Ḍuḥā opens with 'By the morning brightness (al-ḍuḥā)' (Quran 93:1).
How do you pronounce Dhuha?
Dhuha is pronounced DOO-hah.
Is Dhuha a boy or girl name?
Dhuha is usually a girl name.