Ghaliya
Ghaliya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Precious, dearly valued”.
| Meaning | Precious, dearly valued |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | غالية |
| Pronunciation | GHAH-lee-yah |
| Arabic root | غ ل و (gh-l-w) — to be high in value |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ghaliya
Ghaliya is the feminine of ghālī, meaning costly or precious. Parents use it in the sense of a daughter who is dear beyond price. A well-known historical bearer is Ghāliya al-Wahhābiyya, a woman of the Arabian Peninsula who led resistance against Ottoman-Egyptian forces in the early nineteenth century.
Is Ghaliya a Muslim name?
Yes. Ghaliya is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, with a straightforward meaning of being precious and valued.
Where is the name Ghaliya used?
Found in Saudi Arabia, the Gulf, the Levant and North Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ghaliya mean?
Ghaliya means 'Precious, dearly valued'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ghaliya a Muslim name?
Yes. Ghaliya is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, with a straightforward meaning of being precious and valued.
How do you write Ghaliya in Arabic?
Ghaliya is written غالية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ghaliya?
Ghaliya is pronounced GHAH-lee-yah.