وهاج

Wahaj

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Wahaj is a Muslim boy name meaning “Radiant, glowing, brilliant”.

MeaningRadiant, glowing, brilliant
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingوهاج
Pronunciationwah-HAHJ
Arabic rootو ه ج (w-h-j) — to glow, to blaze
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Wahaj

Wahaj is a spelling of Wahhāj, 'blazing, brilliantly shining'. The word is used in the Quran to describe the sun as a blazing lamp. It is a popular modern boy's name in Pakistan.

Is Wahaj a Muslim name?

Yes. Wahaj is a Muslim boy's name taken from a Quranic word for brilliant light.

Is Wahaj in the Quran?

The Quran describes the sun as 'a burning lamp' (sirājan wahhājā) (Quran 78:13).

Where is the name Wahaj used?

Popular in Pakistan and India.

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Spellings and variants of Wahaj

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Wahaj mean?

Wahaj means 'Radiant, glowing, brilliant'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Wahaj a Muslim name?

Yes. Wahaj is a Muslim boy's name taken from a Quranic word for brilliant light.

How do you write Wahaj in Arabic?

Wahaj is written وهاج in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Wahaj?

Wahaj is pronounced wah-HAHJ.

Is Wahaj mentioned in the Quran?

The Quran describes the sun as 'a burning lamp' (sirājan wahhājā) (Quran 78:13).

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