Saniyah
Saniyah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Radiant, sublime”.
| Meaning | Radiant, sublime |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | سنية |
| Pronunciation | SAH-nee-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Saniyah
Saniyah is a spelling of Saniya with a closing h, which stands for the Arabic tā' marbūṭa. The name carries the sense of radiance and high standing and is a close cousin of Sana, from a root meaning to shine and to be lofty. American and British Muslim families who speak English are especially fond of the -iyah spelling, and many like the way it shows the Arabic feminine ending on paper.
Is Saniyah a Muslim name?
Saniyah is simply another way of writing the Muslim name Saniya, meaning radiant.
How popular is Saniyah?
Its main users are Muslim families of South Asian and African American background living in English-speaking countries.
Gifts with the name Saniyah
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Saniyah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saniyah mean?
Saniyah means 'Radiant, sublime'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Saniyah a Muslim name?
Saniyah is simply another way of writing the Muslim name Saniya, meaning radiant.
How do you pronounce Saniyah?
Saniyah is pronounced SAH-nee-yah.
Is Saniyah a boy or girl name?
Saniyah is usually a girl name.