Daniyah
Daniyah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Near; close at hand (of fruit)”.
| Meaning | Near; close at hand (of fruit) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | دانية |
| Pronunciation | DAH-nee-yah |
| Arabic root | د ن و (d-n-w) — to be near, to hang low |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Daniyah
Daniyah is a spelling of Dāniya, the feminine of dānī, meaning near or low-hanging, as fruit is easy to pick. The Quran uses the word for the fruits of Paradise that are within easy reach. The name has become popular in Pakistan, the Gulf and among English-speaking Muslims.
Is Daniyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Daniyah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning near, used in the Quran for the close-hanging fruits of Paradise.
Is Daniyah in the Quran?
The word appears in the description of Paradise: 'Its fruit clusters hanging near (dāniya)' (Quran 69:23).
Where is the name Daniyah used?
Popular in Pakistan, India and the Gulf, and among Muslims in the UK and USA.
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Spellings and variants of Daniyah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daniyah mean?
Daniyah means 'Near; close at hand (of fruit)'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Daniyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Daniyah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning near, used in the Quran for the close-hanging fruits of Paradise.
How do you write Daniyah in Arabic?
Daniyah is written دانية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Daniyah?
Daniyah is pronounced DAH-nee-yah.
Is Daniyah mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the description of Paradise: 'Its fruit clusters hanging near (dāniya)' (Quran 69:23).