Zahabiyyah
Zahabiyyah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, South Asian usage origin, meaning “Golden, of gold”.
| Meaning | Golden, of gold |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, South Asian usage |
| Written as | ذهبية |
| Pronunciation | za-ha-BEE-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | India, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Zahabiyyah
Zahabiyyah is the South Asian pronunciation of the Arabic dhahabiyya, golden, which comes from dhahab, the word for gold. In Urdu and Gujarati the Arabic dh sounds like z, which explains the spelling. The name is most often written Zahabiya, and it is especially linked with the Dawoodi Bohra community of India and Pakistan, among whom it is a familiar and well-loved girl's name.
Is Zahabiyyah a Muslim name?
Zahabiyyah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning golden. It is particularly cherished among Bohra Muslims.
How popular is Zahabiyyah?
It is used mainly in India and Pakistan, above all among Dawoodi Bohras.
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Spellings and variants of Zahabiyyah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zahabiyyah mean?
Zahabiyyah means 'Golden, of gold'. It is of Arabic, South Asian usage origin.
Is Zahabiyyah a Muslim name?
Zahabiyyah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning golden. It is particularly cherished among Bohra Muslims.
How do you pronounce Zahabiyyah?
Zahabiyyah is pronounced za-ha-BEE-yah.
Is Zahabiyyah a boy or girl name?
Zahabiyyah is usually a girl name.