Raniyyah
Raniyyah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Gazing; lovely to behold”.
| Meaning | Gazing; lovely to behold |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | رانية |
| Pronunciation | RAA-nee-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | United Kingdom, United States, Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Raniyyah
Raniyyah is an English spelling of Rania with a doubled y. In Arabic, Rāniya has only one y, so Raniya or Rania sits closer to the original. The name describes a person who looks on with delight, from the root r-n-w, which it shares with Rana. This form turns up mainly in Nigeria, Britain and the United States, among families who write their names in English.
Is Raniyyah a Muslim name?
Raniyyah is one spelling of Rania, an Arabic name meaning one who gazes, used by Muslims.
How popular is Raniyyah?
It is an occasional spelling in the English-speaking diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raniyyah mean?
Raniyyah means 'Gazing; lovely to behold'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Raniyyah a Muslim name?
Raniyyah is one spelling of Rania, an Arabic name meaning one who gazes, used by Muslims.
How do you pronounce Raniyyah?
Raniyyah is pronounced RAA-nee-yah.
Is Raniyyah a boy or girl name?
Raniyyah is usually a girl name.