Fakhriya
Fakhriya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Glorious, honourable”.
| Meaning | Glorious, honourable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | فخرية |
| Pronunciation | fakh-REE-yah |
| Arabic root | ف خ ر (f-kh-r) — glory, pride |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fakhriya
Fakhriya (Fakhriyya) is the feminine of Fakhri, built from fakhr, glory, with the adjective ending -iyya. It means 'glorious' or 'honourable', a daughter who brings honour to her family. It was popular in the mid-twentieth century in Iraq, Syria and Egypt, and is found in Turkey and Azerbaijan as Fahriye and Fakhriyya.
Is Fakhriya a Muslim name?
Yes. Fakhriya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning glorious or honourable.
Where is the name Fakhriya used?
Found in Iraq, Syria, Egypt, and in Turkey as Fahriye.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fakhriya mean?
Fakhriya means 'Glorious, honourable'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Fakhriya a Muslim name?
Yes. Fakhriya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning glorious or honourable.
How do you write Fakhriya in Arabic?
Fakhriya is written فخرية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fakhriya?
Fakhriya is pronounced fakh-REE-yah.