Zahiyya
Zahiyya is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Bright, radiant, splendid”.
| Meaning | Bright, radiant, splendid |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | زاهية |
| Pronunciation | ZAH-hee-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, North Africa |
Meaning and origin of Zahiyya
Zahiyya is another way of transliterating Zāhiya, an Arabic girl's name meaning bright, vivid or splendid. The doubled y mirrors the way some people hear the ending, although the Arabic word has only one y. Its root, z-h-w, is used for plants that flourish and colours that shine, giving the name a lively, sunny feel. It is a less common spelling of the name more often written Zahia.
Is Zahiyya a Muslim name?
Zahiyya is simply another way of writing Zāhiya, an Arabic name used by Muslims. Its meaning, bright and radiant, suits a joyful welcome for a baby girl.
How popular is Zahiyya?
It is a rare English spelling of Zahia, a name used in the Levant and North Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zahiyya mean?
Zahiyya means 'Bright, radiant, splendid'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Zahiyya a Muslim name?
Zahiyya is simply another way of writing Zāhiya, an Arabic name used by Muslims. Its meaning, bright and radiant, suits a joyful welcome for a baby girl.
How do you pronounce Zahiyya?
Zahiyya is pronounced ZAH-hee-yah.
Is Zahiyya a boy or girl name?
Zahiyya is usually a girl name.