Baheejah
Baheejah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Joyful, delightful, radiant”.
| Meaning | Joyful, delightful, radiant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | بهيجة |
| Pronunciation | ba-HEE-jah |
| Arabic root | ب ه ج (b-h-j) — to be joyful, delightful |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Baheejah
Baheejah is a spelling of Bahīja, from the root b-h-j, which describes something bright, pleasing and causing joy. The doubled e represents the long ī. The same root is used in the Quran for gardens 'full of delight', so the name suggests beauty that gladdens the heart.
Is Baheejah a Muslim name?
Yes. Baheejah (Bahīja) is an Arabic Muslim name meaning joyful and delightful.
Is Baheejah in the Quran?
The root appears in 'gardens of delight' (ḥadāʾiqa dhāta bahja) (Quran 27:60).
Where is the name Baheejah used?
Used across the Arab world; Baheejah is a spelling preferred in South Asia and the English-speaking diaspora.
Gifts with the name Baheejah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Baheejah mean?
Baheejah means 'Joyful, delightful, radiant'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Baheejah a Muslim name?
Yes. Baheejah (Bahīja) is an Arabic Muslim name meaning joyful and delightful.
How do you write Baheejah in Arabic?
Baheejah is written بهيجة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Baheejah?
Baheejah is pronounced ba-HEE-jah.
Is Baheejah mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in 'gardens of delight' (ḥadāʾiqa dhāta bahja) (Quran 27:60).