Hedaya
Hedaya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Guidance”.
| Meaning | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | هداية |
| Pronunciation | heh-DAA-yah |
| Arabic root | ه د ي (h-d-y) — to guide |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hedaya
Hedaya is the Egyptian and Levantine spelling of Hidāya, guidance, especially guidance to the right path from God. The 'e' reflects colloquial pronunciation of the first vowel. It shares its root with Huda and al-Hādī, the Guide.
Is Hedaya a Muslim name?
Yes. Hedaya is a Muslim girl's name meaning guidance.
Is Hedaya in the Quran?
The root opens the Quran's first prayer: 'Guide us to the straight path' (Quran 1:6).
Where is the name Hedaya used?
Used in Egypt and the Levant; Hidayah is common in Malaysia and Indonesia.
Gifts with the name Hedaya
- Hedaya name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Hedaya baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hedaya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hedaya mean?
Hedaya means 'Guidance'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hedaya a Muslim name?
Yes. Hedaya is a Muslim girl's name meaning guidance.
How do you write Hedaya in Arabic?
Hedaya is written هداية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hedaya?
Hedaya is pronounced heh-DAA-yah.
Is Hedaya mentioned in the Quran?
The root opens the Quran's first prayer: 'Guide us to the straight path' (Quran 1:6).