Behija
Behija is a Muslim girl name meaning “Joyful, delightful, radiant”.
| Meaning | Joyful, delightful, radiant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Bosnian form of Arabic Bahija |
| Arabic spelling | بهيجة |
| Pronunciation | BEH-hee-yah |
| Arabic root | ب ه ج (b-h-j) — joy, delight |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Behija
Behija is the Bosnian form of Bahīja, meaning joyful or delightful; in Bosnian spelling j stands for a y sound, and the a has shifted to e as in Turkish Behice. It is a traditional Bosniak girl's name, like Emina, Hatidža and Merima. The original Arabic name means one who brings joy and delight.
Is Behija a Muslim name?
Yes. Behija is a Muslim name, the Bosnian form of Bahija, meaning joyful.
Where is the name Behija used?
Used among Bosniaks in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Sandžak.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Behija mean?
Behija means 'Joyful, delightful, radiant'. It comes from Bosnian form of Arabic Bahija.
Is Behija a Muslim name?
Yes. Behija is a Muslim name, the Bosnian form of Bahija, meaning joyful.
How do you write Behija in Arabic?
Behija is written بهيجة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Behija?
Behija is pronounced BEH-hee-yah.