Hilyah
Hilyah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Ornament, adornment, jewellery”.
| Meaning | Ornament, adornment, jewellery |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حلية |
| Pronunciation | HIL-yah |
| Arabic root | ح ل ي (ḥ-l-y) — to adorn |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hilyah
Hilyah is the Arabic ḥilya, an ornament or piece of jewellery, and by extension the outward beauty or description of a person. In Ottoman art a hilye is a calligraphic panel describing the appearance and character of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and Abū Nuʿaym's Ḥilyat al-Awliyāʾ is a famous book of biographies of pious people.
Is Hilyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Hilyah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning ornament or adornment. It also recalls the hilye tradition of describing the Prophet ﷺ.
Is Hilyah in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran about the sea: 'and you extract from it ornaments which you wear' (Quran 16:14).
Where is the name Hilyah used?
An uncommon but real name, used in Turkey (as Hilye) and by Arabic-speaking and Southeast Asian families.
Gifts with the name Hilyah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hilyah mean?
Hilyah means 'Ornament, adornment, jewellery'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hilyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Hilyah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning ornament or adornment. It also recalls the hilye tradition of describing the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Hilyah in Arabic?
Hilyah is written حلية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hilyah?
Hilyah is pronounced HIL-yah.
Is Hilyah mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran about the sea: 'and you extract from it ornaments which you wear' (Quran 16:14).