Durriyyah
Durriyyah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Shining like a pearl”.
| Meaning | Shining like a pearl |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | درية |
| Pronunciation | dur-REE-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Durriyyah
Durriyyah is a longer English spelling of durriyya, with the final h marking the feminine ending. Built on durr, pearls, it describes something that glows with a pearl's soft lustre. In the well-known Verse of Light, the Quran uses the masculine form for a glass lamp that shines like a star. This spelling helps English speakers see every sound in the name.
Is Durriyyah a Muslim name?
Durriyyah carries a meaning bound up with a Quranic image of light: 'the glass is as if it were a brilliant (durriyy) star' (Quran 24:35).
How popular is Durriyyah?
It is an uncommon spelling used mainly by English-speaking Muslim families.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Durriyyah mean?
Durriyyah means 'Shining like a pearl'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Durriyyah a Muslim name?
Durriyyah carries a meaning bound up with a Quranic image of light: 'the glass is as if it were a brilliant (durriyy) star' (Quran 24:35).
How do you pronounce Durriyyah?
Durriyyah is pronounced dur-REE-yah.
Is Durriyyah a boy or girl name?
Durriyyah is usually a girl name.