Dihya
Dihya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of the Berber queen known as al-Kāhina”.
| Meaning | Name of the Berber queen known as al-Kāhina |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Berber (Amazigh) |
| Arabic spelling | ديهيا |
| Pronunciation | DEE-hee-yah |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Dihya
Dihya was a Berber queen of the Aurès in the late seventh century who led resistance against the Umayyad army; Arab historians called her al-Kāhina. Her name is popular today as a symbol of Amazigh strength. The meaning of the name itself is not clearly known.
Is Dihya a Muslim name?
Dihya is a Berber historical name, used today by Muslim Amazigh families in Algeria and Morocco as a heritage name.
Where is the name Dihya used?
Popular in Algeria, especially Kabylie and the Aurès.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dihya mean?
Dihya means 'Name of the Berber queen known as al-Kāhina'. It comes from Berber (Amazigh).
Is Dihya a Muslim name?
Dihya is a Berber historical name, used today by Muslim Amazigh families in Algeria and Morocco as a heritage name.
How do you write Dihya in Arabic?
Dihya is written ديهيا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Dihya?
Dihya is pronounced DEE-hee-yah.