سنية

Saniyyah

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Saniyyah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Radiant, brilliant, sublime”.

MeaningRadiant, brilliant, sublime
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingسنية
Pronunciationsah-NEE-yah
Arabic rootس ن و (s-n-w) — to shine, to be lofty
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Saniyyah

Saniyyah is Saniyya written with a final h for the Arabic feminine ending. It carries the same meaning of brilliance and high standing and comes from the root of Sana. It is mostly used as a spelling choice by English-speaking Muslim families.

Is Saniyyah a Muslim name?

Yes. Saniyyah is a spelling of the Arabic Muslim name Saniyya, meaning radiant.

Where is the name Saniyyah used?

An occasional spelling, mainly among Muslim families in English-speaking countries.

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Spellings and variants of Saniyyah

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Saniyyah mean?

Saniyyah means 'Radiant, brilliant, sublime'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Saniyyah a Muslim name?

Yes. Saniyyah is a spelling of the Arabic Muslim name Saniyya, meaning radiant.

How do you write Saniyyah in Arabic?

Saniyyah is written سنية in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Saniyyah?

Saniyyah is pronounced sah-NEE-yah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.