Wahyu
Wahyu is a Muslim boy name meaning “Revelation, divine inspiration”.
| Meaning | Revelation, divine inspiration |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Indonesian / Malay form of Arabic Wahy |
| Arabic spelling | وحي |
| Pronunciation | WAH-yoo |
| Arabic root | و ح ي (w-ḥ-y) — to reveal, to inspire |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Wahyu
Wahyu is the Indonesian and Malay form of the Arabic waḥy, 'revelation', the word for the message God revealed to the prophets. It is a very common boy's name in Indonesia, often combined with other names.
Is Wahyu a Muslim name?
Yes. Wahyu is a Muslim name in Indonesia and Malaysia, from the Arabic word for revelation.
Is Wahyu in the Quran?
The Quran says of the Prophet ﷺ: 'It is not but a revelation revealed' (Quran 53:4).
Where is the name Wahyu used?
Very common in Indonesia, especially Java.
Gifts with the name Wahyu
- Wahyu name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Wahyu baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wahyu mean?
Wahyu means 'Revelation, divine inspiration'. It comes from Indonesian / Malay form of Arabic Wahy.
Is Wahyu a Muslim name?
Yes. Wahyu is a Muslim name in Indonesia and Malaysia, from the Arabic word for revelation.
How do you write Wahyu in Arabic?
Wahyu is written وحي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Wahyu?
Wahyu is pronounced WAH-yoo.
Is Wahyu mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says of the Prophet ﷺ: 'It is not but a revelation revealed' (Quran 53:4).