Nadiah
Nadiah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Caller; moist with dew”.
| Meaning | Caller; moist with dew |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نادية |
| Pronunciation | NAH-dee-ah |
| Arabic root | ن د و / ن د ي (n-d-w / n-d-y) — to call; dew, moisture |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nadiah
Nadiah is a Malay spelling of the Arabic name Nādiya. It is usually explained from the root meaning 'to call out', so 'one who calls', and also from nadā (dew), giving 'fresh, moist with dew'. The name is easily confused with the Slavic Nadia (hope), which sounds the same but has a different origin.
Is Nadiah a Muslim name?
Yes. Nadiah is a Muslim name, a Malay spelling of the Arabic Nadiya, and it is widely used in Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei.
Where is the name Nadiah used?
Popular among Malay Muslims; Nadia and Nadiya are the usual spellings elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nadiah mean?
Nadiah means 'Caller; moist with dew'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Nadiah a Muslim name?
Yes. Nadiah is a Muslim name, a Malay spelling of the Arabic Nadiya, and it is widely used in Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei.
How do you write Nadiah in Arabic?
Nadiah is written نادية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nadiah?
Nadiah is pronounced NAH-dee-ah.