Raniyyah
Raniyyah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Gazing, lovely to behold”.
| Meaning | Gazing, lovely to behold |
|---|---|
| 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 Raniyyah
Raniyyah is an English spelling of Rania that doubles the y; the name in Arabic, Rāniya, has only a single y, so Raniya or Rania is closer to the original. It means one who gazes with delight, from the same root as Rana. The spelling appears mainly in Britain, the United States and Nigeria.
Is Raniyyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Raniyyah is a spelling of the Arabic Muslim name Rania, meaning one who gazes.
Where is the name Raniyyah used?
An occasional spelling in the English-speaking diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raniyyah mean?
Raniyyah means 'Gazing, lovely to behold'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Raniyyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Raniyyah is a spelling of the Arabic Muslim name Rania, meaning one who gazes.
How do you write Raniyyah in Arabic?
Raniyyah is written رانية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Raniyyah?
Raniyyah is pronounced RAA-nee-yah.