Tahiya
Tahiya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Greeting, salutation”.
| Meaning | Greeting, salutation |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | تحية |
| Pronunciation | ta-HEE-yah |
| Arabic root | ح ي ي (ḥ-y-y) — to live; to greet |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Tahiya
Tahiya is a common simplified spelling of Taḥiyya, a greeting, originally a wish for long life. It is well established as a girl's name in Egypt, where the dancer and actress Tahia Carioca made it widely known. The doubled 'y' of the Arabic is often reduced to one in English spelling.
Is Tahiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Tahiya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning greeting, a word used in the Quran for the greeting of peace.
Is Tahiya in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'When you are greeted with a greeting (taḥiyya), greet with one better than it or return it' (Quran 4:86).
Where is the name Tahiya used?
Used mainly in Egypt and the Levant.
Gifts with the name Tahiya
- Tahiya name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Tahiya baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Tahiya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tahiya mean?
Tahiya means 'Greeting, salutation'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Tahiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Tahiya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning greeting, a word used in the Quran for the greeting of peace.
How do you write Tahiya in Arabic?
Tahiya is written تحية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Tahiya?
Tahiya is pronounced ta-HEE-yah.
Is Tahiya mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'When you are greeted with a greeting (taḥiyya), greet with one better than it or return it' (Quran 4:86).