ميّة
Mayya
Mayya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Classical name; often linked to water”.
| Meaning | Classical name; often linked to water |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ميّة |
| Pronunciation | MAY-yah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mayya
Mayya is a classical Arabic girls' name, related to Mayy, the beloved celebrated by the poet Dhū al-Rumma. Its meaning is not clearly agreed; it is often popularly linked to māʾ, water. It is popular in Syria, Lebanon and Palestine.
Is Mayya a Muslim name?
Yes. Mayya is an Arabic girl's name used by Muslim families.
Where is the name Mayya used?
Popular in the Levant.
Gifts with the name Mayya
- Mayya name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Mayya
More girl names like Mayya
Aadila — Just, fair-mindedAala — Blessings, favours of GodAamaal — Hopes, aspirationsAbeer — Fragrance, perfumeAbir — Fragrance, scent of flowersAdiba — Cultured, refined, well-manneredAdila — Just, fair, upright womanAfaf — Chastity, modesty, virtueAfifa — Chaste, pure, virtuousAfnan — Branches of treesAfra — White tinged with earth colourAfraa — White with an earthy tintAhd — Pledge, promise, covenantAhlaam — DreamsAhlam — Dreams, visionsAida — Returning; visitorAlia — High, exalted, sublimeAmaal — Hopes, aspirations
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mayya mean?
Mayya means 'Classical name; often linked to water'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Mayya a Muslim name?
Yes. Mayya is an Arabic girl's name used by Muslim families.
How do you write Mayya in Arabic?
Mayya is written ميّة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mayya?
Mayya is pronounced MAY-yah.