Daiyah
Daiyah is a Muslim girl name meaning “One who calls others to God”.
| Meaning | One who calls others to God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | داعية |
| Pronunciation | DAA-ee-yah |
| Arabic root | د ع و (d-ʿ-w) — to call, to invite |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Daiyah
Daiyah is a spelling of the Arabic dāʿiya, one who invites others to the faith. The word is used of both men and women who teach and call people to Islam. As a name it is given to girls in South Asia and the diaspora with the hope that she will invite others to good.
Is Daiyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Daiyah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning one who calls to God.
Is Daiyah in the Quran?
The Prophet ﷺ is described as 'one who invites to Allah by His permission, and a light-giving lamp' (Quran 33:46).
Where is the name Daiyah used?
Used mainly in Pakistan, India and the English-speaking diaspora.
Gifts with the name Daiyah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daiyah mean?
Daiyah means 'One who calls others to God'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Daiyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Daiyah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning one who calls to God.
How do you write Daiyah in Arabic?
Daiyah is written داعية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Daiyah?
Daiyah is pronounced DAA-ee-yah.
Is Daiyah mentioned in the Quran?
The Prophet ﷺ is described as 'one who invites to Allah by His permission, and a light-giving lamp' (Quran 33:46).