Hayet
Hayet is a Muslim girl name meaning “Life”.
| Meaning | Life |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Tunisian / Algerian form |
| Arabic spelling | حياة |
| Pronunciation | ha-YET |
| Arabic root | ح ي ي (ḥ-y-y) — to live |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hayet
Hayet is the Tunisian and Algerian form of Ḥayāt, life. In Maghrebi Arabic the long 'a' before the final 't' is often pronounced closer to 'e', and the French spelling reflects that. It is a long-established girls' name across North Africa.
Is Hayet a Muslim name?
Yes. Hayet is a Muslim girl's name, the Maghrebi form of Hayat, meaning life.
Is Hayet in the Quran?
'He who created death and life to test you as to which of you is best in deed' (Quran 67:2).
Where is the name Hayet used?
Common in Tunisia and Algeria and in their French diaspora.
Gifts with the name Hayet
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hayet
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hayet mean?
Hayet means 'Life'. It comes from Arabic, Tunisian / Algerian form.
Is Hayet a Muslim name?
Yes. Hayet is a Muslim girl's name, the Maghrebi form of Hayat, meaning life.
How do you write Hayet in Arabic?
Hayet is written حياة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hayet?
Hayet is pronounced ha-YET.
Is Hayet mentioned in the Quran?
'He who created death and life to test you as to which of you is best in deed' (Quran 67:2).