Wajiha
Wajiha is a Muslim girl name meaning “Distinguished, eminent, honoured”.
| Meaning | Distinguished, eminent, honoured |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | وجيهة |
| Pronunciation | wah-JEE-hah |
| Arabic root | و ج ه (w-j-h) — face; to be distinguished |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Wajiha
Wajiha is the feminine of the Arabic wajīh, a person of standing who is respected and has 'face' among people. It comes from the root w-j-h, the same root as wajh (face). In the Quran the masculine form describes Prophet ʿĪsā (Jesus) as 'held in honour in this world and the Hereafter'. In Pakistan and India the name is usually written وجیہہ in Urdu.
Is Wajiha a Muslim name?
Yes. Wajiha is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning distinguished or honoured, and it is well established among Muslim families in South Asia and the Arab world.
Is Wajiha in the Quran?
The masculine form wajīh is used of ʿĪsā, described as 'distinguished in this world and the Hereafter' (Quran 3:45).
Where is the name Wajiha used?
Common in Pakistan and among Indian Muslims, and also used in the Arab world.
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Spellings and variants of Wajiha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wajiha mean?
Wajiha means 'Distinguished, eminent, honoured'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Wajiha a Muslim name?
Yes. Wajiha is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning distinguished or honoured, and it is well established among Muslim families in South Asia and the Arab world.
How do you write Wajiha in Arabic?
Wajiha is written وجيهة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Wajiha?
Wajiha is pronounced wah-JEE-hah.
Is Wajiha mentioned in the Quran?
The masculine form wajīh is used of ʿĪsā, described as 'distinguished in this world and the Hereafter' (Quran 3:45).