Zhiyan
Zhiyan is a Muslim girl name of Kurdish origin, meaning “Life (in Kurdish)”.
| Meaning | Life (in Kurdish) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Kurdish |
| Written as | ژیان |
| Pronunciation | zhee-YAHN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Kurdistan, Iraq, Iran, Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Zhiyan
Zhiyan, also spelled Jiyan, is the Kurdish word for life and comes from the same Kurdish stem as zhin or jin. The name belongs to Kurdish itself rather than to Arabic. Most often given to girls, it is sometimes used for boys as well. In Sorani Kurdish it is written with Arabic letters as ژیان, whereas Kurmanji speakers in Turkey normally write it Jiyan.
Is Zhiyan a Muslim name?
Zhiyan comes from Kurdish, not Arabic, but Muslim Kurdish families use it widely. Its meaning, life, is wholly positive.
How popular is Zhiyan?
It is popular among Kurds in Iraqi Kurdistan, Iran, Turkey and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zhiyan mean?
Zhiyan means 'Life (in Kurdish)'. It is of Kurdish origin.
Is Zhiyan a Muslim name?
Zhiyan comes from Kurdish, not Arabic, but Muslim Kurdish families use it widely. Its meaning, life, is wholly positive.
How do you pronounce Zhiyan?
Zhiyan is pronounced zhee-YAHN.
Is Zhiyan a boy or girl name?
Zhiyan is usually a girl name.