Donya
Donya is a Muslim girl name meaning “The world”.
| Meaning | The world |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Persian form |
| Arabic spelling | دنیا |
| Pronunciation | DON-yah |
| Arabic root | د ن و (d-n-w) — to be near |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Donya
Donya is the Persian pronunciation of Arabic dunyā, 'the world', literally 'the nearer (life)'. In Iran it has become a popular girl's name in its own right, valued for its simple, open meaning. In Islamic teaching dunyā refers to this present life as opposed to the Hereafter.
Is Donya a Muslim name?
Yes. Donya is the Persian form of the Arabic word dunyā and is used by Muslim families, especially in Iran. Some prefer to avoid it because dunyā can carry a sense of worldliness, but it is an accepted name.
Is Donya in the Quran?
The word occurs many times in the Quran, as in 'Our Lord, give us good in this world (al-dunyā) and good in the Hereafter' (Quran 2:201).
Where is the name Donya used?
Popular in Iran and among Persian speakers in Afghanistan and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Donya mean?
Donya means 'The world'. It comes from Arabic, Persian form.
Is Donya a Muslim name?
Yes. Donya is the Persian form of the Arabic word dunyā and is used by Muslim families, especially in Iran. Some prefer to avoid it because dunyā can carry a sense of worldliness, but it is an accepted name.
How do you write Donya in Arabic?
Donya is written دنیا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Donya?
Donya is pronounced DON-yah.
Is Donya mentioned in the Quran?
The word occurs many times in the Quran, as in 'Our Lord, give us good in this world (al-dunyā) and good in the Hereafter' (Quran 2:201).