Bahgat
Bahgat is a Muslim boy name meaning “Joy, delight, radiance”.
| Meaning | Joy, delight, radiance |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, via Ottoman Turkish |
| Arabic spelling | بهجت |
| Pronunciation | BAH-gat |
| Arabic root | ب ه ج (b-h-j) — to be joyful, radiant |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Bahgat
Bahgat is the Egyptian pronunciation of Bahjat, the Ottoman-style form of the Arabic bahja, joy and beauty. The hard g reflects Egyptian speech. The name was common in Egypt in the early and mid-twentieth century and is still found as a family name. In Turkey it appears as Behçet.
Is Bahgat a Muslim name?
Yes. Bahgat is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning joy and radiance.
Is Bahgat in the Quran?
Its root appears in the Quran: 'gardens of beauty and delight' (dhāta bahja) (Quran 27:60).
Where is the name Bahgat used?
Mostly used in Egypt; Behçet is the Turkish form.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bahgat mean?
Bahgat means 'Joy, delight, radiance'. It comes from Arabic, via Ottoman Turkish.
Is Bahgat a Muslim name?
Yes. Bahgat is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning joy and radiance.
How do you write Bahgat in Arabic?
Bahgat is written بهجت in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Bahgat?
Bahgat is pronounced BAH-gat.
Is Bahgat mentioned in the Quran?
Its root appears in the Quran: 'gardens of beauty and delight' (dhāta bahja) (Quran 27:60).