Bahiga
Bahiga is a Muslim girl name meaning “Joyful, delightful”.
| Meaning | Joyful, delightful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Egyptian spelling |
| Arabic spelling | بهيجة |
| Pronunciation | ba-HEE-gah |
| Arabic root | ب ه ج (b-h-j) — joy, delight |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Bahiga
Bahiga is the Egyptian spelling of Bahīja, meaning joyful or delightful, reflecting the Cairene pronunciation of j as g. It was a popular girl's name in Egypt in the mid-20th century. Bahīj, the masculine, is used in the Quran for the delightful plants God brings from the earth.
Is Bahiga a Muslim name?
Yes. Bahiga is a Muslim name, the Egyptian form of Bahija, meaning joyful.
Is Bahiga in the Quran?
The root occurs in 'and caused to grow therein every delightful kind' (Quran 50:7).
Where is the name Bahiga used?
Typical of Egypt.
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Spellings and variants of Bahiga
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bahiga mean?
Bahiga means 'Joyful, delightful'. It comes from Arabic, Egyptian spelling.
Is Bahiga a Muslim name?
Yes. Bahiga is a Muslim name, the Egyptian form of Bahija, meaning joyful.
How do you write Bahiga in Arabic?
Bahiga is written بهيجة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Bahiga?
Bahiga is pronounced ba-HEE-gah.
Is Bahiga mentioned in the Quran?
The root occurs in 'and caused to grow therein every delightful kind' (Quran 50:7).