Daniya
Daniya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Near, close at hand”.
| Meaning | Near, close at hand |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | دانية |
| Pronunciation | DAH-nee-yah |
| Arabic root | د ن و (d-n-w) — to be near |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Daniya
Daniya is a spelling of Arabic dāniya, 'near' or 'close', a word the Quran uses for the low-hanging fruit of Paradise. The spelling with y is common in South Asia and the diaspora, where it is sometimes confused with Danielle; the names are unrelated. It is the same name as Dania.
Is Daniya a Muslim name?
Yes. Daniya is an Arabic name connected to a Quranic word describing the fruit of Paradise as near and easy to reach. It is used by Muslim families worldwide.
Is Daniya in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'its clusters of fruit hanging near (dāniya)' (Quran 69:23).
Where is the name Daniya used?
Popular in Pakistan, India and the Gulf, and among diaspora families.
Gifts with the name Daniya
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Spellings and variants of Daniya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daniya mean?
Daniya means 'Near, close at hand'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Daniya a Muslim name?
Yes. Daniya is an Arabic name connected to a Quranic word describing the fruit of Paradise as near and easy to reach. It is used by Muslim families worldwide.
How do you write Daniya in Arabic?
Daniya is written دانية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Daniya?
Daniya is pronounced DAH-nee-yah.
Is Daniya mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'its clusters of fruit hanging near (dāniya)' (Quran 69:23).