Diyaa
Diyaa is a Muslim boy name meaning “Light, radiance, brightness”.
| Meaning | Light, radiance, brightness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ضياء |
| Pronunciation | dee-YAH |
| Arabic root | ض و ء (ḍ-w-ʾ) — light, to shine |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Diyaa
Diyaa is a spelling of Ḍiyāʾ, the Arabic word for light or radiance, the kind that shines out from its source. The double a marks the long vowel. It is mostly a boys' name, often used in the compound Ḍiyāʾ al-Dīn, 'light of the faith', though some Arab families also give it to girls.
Is Diyaa a Muslim name?
Yes. Diyaa is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning light. The word is used in the Quran for the light of the sun.
Is Diyaa in the Quran?
'It is He who made the sun a shining light (ḍiyāʾ) and the moon a light' (Quran 10:5).
Where is the name Diyaa used?
Used across the Arab world, especially in Egypt, Iraq and the Levant.
Gifts with the name Diyaa
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Spellings and variants of Diyaa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Diyaa mean?
Diyaa means 'Light, radiance, brightness'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Diyaa a Muslim name?
Yes. Diyaa is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning light. The word is used in the Quran for the light of the sun.
How do you write Diyaa in Arabic?
Diyaa is written ضياء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Diyaa?
Diyaa is pronounced dee-YAH.
Is Diyaa mentioned in the Quran?
'It is He who made the sun a shining light (ḍiyāʾ) and the moon a light' (Quran 10:5).