Saniyyah
Saniyyah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Radiant, of high standing”.
| Meaning | Radiant, of high standing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | سنية |
| Pronunciation | sah-NEE-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Saniyyah
Saniyyah is Saniyya written with a final h to mark the Arabic feminine ending. It has the same meaning of brilliance and high standing, coming from the root of Sana, which is about shining and loftiness. It is mostly a spelling preference among English-speaking Muslim families who like to show the Arabic ending in the name. In speech it sounds the same as Saniyya.
Is Saniyyah a Muslim name?
As a spelling of Saniyya, this is an Arabic Muslim girl's name meaning radiant.
How popular is Saniyyah?
It is an occasional spelling, used mainly by Muslim families in English-speaking countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saniyyah mean?
Saniyyah means 'Radiant, of high standing'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Saniyyah a Muslim name?
As a spelling of Saniyya, this is an Arabic Muslim girl's name meaning radiant.
How do you pronounce Saniyyah?
Saniyyah is pronounced sah-NEE-yah.
Is Saniyyah a boy or girl name?
Saniyyah is usually a girl name.