Hayaa
Hayaa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Modesty, bashfulness”.
| Meaning | Modesty, bashfulness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حياء |
| Pronunciation | ha-YAA |
| Arabic root | ح ي ي (ḥ-y-y) — to live; to feel modest |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hayaa
Hayaa is a spelling of Ḥayāʾ that marks the long final vowel. The word means modesty and decency, which hadith describes as a branch of faith. Families who choose this spelling usually want the pronunciation with a long 'aa' to be clear.
Is Hayaa a Muslim name?
Yes. Hayaa is a Muslim name meaning modesty.
Is Hayaa in the Quran?
'One of the two women came to him, walking with shyness (istiḥyāʾ)' (Quran 28:25).
Where is the name Hayaa used?
Used mainly in Pakistan and the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Hayaa
- Hayaa name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hayaa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hayaa mean?
Hayaa means 'Modesty, bashfulness'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hayaa a Muslim name?
Yes. Hayaa is a Muslim name meaning modesty.
How do you write Hayaa in Arabic?
Hayaa is written حياء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hayaa?
Hayaa is pronounced ha-YAA.
Is Hayaa mentioned in the Quran?
'One of the two women came to him, walking with shyness (istiḥyāʾ)' (Quran 28:25).