Asiyah
Asiyah is a Muslim girl name meaning “One who heals and comforts”.
| Meaning | One who heals and comforts |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | آسية |
| Pronunciation | AH-see-yah |
| Arabic root | أ س و (ʾ-s-w) — to heal; to console |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Asiyah
Asiyah is a spelling of Asiya with a final h for the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa. It is the name tradition gives to Pharaoh's wife, who raised Musa and stood firm in faith, and whom the Prophet ﷺ counted among the most perfect women.
Is Asiyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Asiyah is a Muslim name honouring the believing wife of Pharaoh.
Is Asiyah in the Quran?
She is described in 'the wife of Pharaoh, when she said: My Lord, build for me a house near You in Paradise' (Quran 66:11).
Where is the name Asiyah used?
Used by Muslims worldwide, especially in English-speaking countries.
Gifts with the name Asiyah
- Asiyah name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Asiyah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Asiyah mean?
Asiyah means 'One who heals and comforts'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Asiyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Asiyah is a Muslim name honouring the believing wife of Pharaoh.
How do you write Asiyah in Arabic?
Asiyah is written آسية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Asiyah?
Asiyah is pronounced AH-see-yah.
Is Asiyah mentioned in the Quran?
She is described in 'the wife of Pharaoh, when she said: My Lord, build for me a house near You in Paradise' (Quran 66:11).