Raniya
Raniya is a Muslim girl name meaning “One who gazes, beautiful to look at”.
| Meaning | One who gazes, beautiful to look at |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رانية |
| Pronunciation | RAA-nee-yah |
| Arabic root | ر ن و (r-n-w) — to gaze steadily |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Raniya
Raniya is a spelling of Rāniya that brings out the y sound of the Arabic. It is the same name as Rania, from a verb meaning to gaze with delight. This form is especially popular in Pakistan, India and Britain, where some families also link it to the Hindi rani, queen, although the Arabic name is unrelated.
Is Raniya a Muslim name?
Yes. Raniya is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin, a spelling of Rania meaning one who gazes.
Where is the name Raniya used?
Popular among South Asian Muslims and in the diaspora.
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Spellings and variants of Raniya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raniya mean?
Raniya means 'One who gazes, beautiful to look at'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Raniya a Muslim name?
Yes. Raniya is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin, a spelling of Rania meaning one who gazes.
How do you write Raniya in Arabic?
Raniya is written رانية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Raniya?
Raniya is pronounced RAA-nee-yah.