بهية

Bahiyyah

girlArabic

Bahiyyah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Radiant, splendid, beautiful”.

MeaningRadiant, splendid, beautiful
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingبهية
Pronunciationba-HEE-yah
Arabic rootب ه و (b-h-w) — to be beautiful, splendid
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Bahiyyah

Bahiyyah is a precise transliteration of بهية, showing the doubled y and the feminine final h. It comes from bahāʾ, splendour, and describes a woman whose beauty is bright and dignified. This spelling is favoured by English-speaking Muslim families who want the Arabic form to be clear.

Is Bahiyyah a Muslim name?

Yes. Bahiyyah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning radiant and beautiful.

Where is the name Bahiyyah used?

Used mainly among English-speaking Muslims; Bahia and Bahiyya are more common in Arab countries.

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Spellings and variants of Bahiyyah

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Bahiyyah mean?

Bahiyyah means 'Radiant, splendid, beautiful'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Bahiyyah a Muslim name?

Yes. Bahiyyah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning radiant and beautiful.

How do you write Bahiyyah in Arabic?

Bahiyyah is written بهية in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Bahiyyah?

Bahiyyah is pronounced ba-HEE-yah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.