Shamsiyya
Shamsiyya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Sunny, of the sun”.
| Meaning | Sunny, of the sun |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | شمسية |
| Pronunciation | sham-SEE-yah |
| Arabic root | ش م س (sh-m-s) — sun |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Shamsiyya
Shamsiyya is an Arabic feminine adjective from shams, 'sun', meaning 'of the sun' or 'radiant like the sun'. It gives a bright, warm image while staying close to a Quranic word. In northern Nigeria the name is used by Hausa Muslims, sometimes as a feminine counterpart to boys' names like Shamsuddeen.
Is Shamsiyya a Muslim name?
Yes. Shamsiyya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, from shams, the sun.
Is Shamsiyya in the Quran?
The word shams opens Surah 91: 'By the sun and its brightness' (Quran 91:1).
Where is the name Shamsiyya used?
Used among Hausa Muslims in northern Nigeria and occasionally in South and Central Asia as Shamsiya.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shamsiyya mean?
Shamsiyya means 'Sunny, of the sun'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Shamsiyya a Muslim name?
Yes. Shamsiyya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, from shams, the sun.
How do you write Shamsiyya in Arabic?
Shamsiyya is written شمسية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Shamsiyya?
Shamsiyya is pronounced sham-SEE-yah.
Is Shamsiyya mentioned in the Quran?
The word shams opens Surah 91: 'By the sun and its brightness' (Quran 91:1).