Hooriya
Hooriya is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, Urdu spelling origin, meaning “Heavenly maiden; angelic beauty”.
| Meaning | Heavenly maiden; angelic beauty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu spelling |
| Written as | حوریہ |
| Pronunciation | hoo-REE-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Algeria, Morocco |
Meaning and origin of Hooriya
Hooriya writes the Arabic ḥūriyya with an added y, so that the -iyya ending is clear to readers. Just as with Hooria, its source is ḥūr, the companions of Paradise famed for their beautiful eyes. The root, ḥ-w-r, refers to clear white eyes around a dark iris; in North Africa the same name is usually written Houria. Across these regions it is understood as heavenly or angelic in beauty.
Is Hooriya a Muslim name?
Hooriya is formed from the Quranic word ḥūr, as in 'And [there will be] ḥūr with large, beautiful eyes' (Quran 56:22).
How popular is Hooriya?
It is used in Pakistan and India, while Algerian and Moroccan families write Houria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hooriya mean?
Hooriya means 'Heavenly maiden; angelic beauty'. It is of Arabic, Urdu spelling origin.
Is Hooriya a Muslim name?
Hooriya is formed from the Quranic word ḥūr, as in 'And [there will be] ḥūr with large, beautiful eyes' (Quran 56:22).
How do you pronounce Hooriya?
Hooriya is pronounced hoo-REE-yah.
Is Hooriya a boy or girl name?
Hooriya is usually a girl name.