Hayaa
Hayaa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Modesty, shyness”.
| Meaning | Modesty, shyness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حياء |
| Pronunciation | ha-YAA |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Hayaa
Hayaa is a spelling of Ḥayāʾ that writes the long final vowel as a double a. The word comes from the root ḥ-y-y and means modesty and decency. Hadith describes this quality as one of the branches of faith, so the name carries a clear moral meaning. Parents who choose the double-a spelling usually want to make sure the long vowel is pronounced.
Is Hayaa a Muslim name?
Hayaa means modesty, a virtue the Quran depicts in 'One of the two women came to him, walking with shyness (istiḥyāʾ)' (Quran 28:25).
How popular is Hayaa?
This spelling is mostly used in Pakistan and among diaspora families.
Gifts with the name Hayaa
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Spellings and variants of Hayaa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hayaa mean?
Hayaa means 'Modesty, shyness'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hayaa a Muslim name?
Hayaa means modesty, a virtue the Quran depicts in 'One of the two women came to him, walking with shyness (istiḥyāʾ)' (Quran 28:25).
How do you pronounce Hayaa?
Hayaa is pronounced ha-YAA.
Is Hayaa a boy or girl name?
Hayaa is usually a girl name.