ولية

Waliya

girlArabic

Waliya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Protector; close friend (of God)”.

MeaningProtector; close friend (of God)
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingولية
Pronunciationwah-LEE-yah
Arabic rootو ل ي (w-l-y) — to be near, to protect
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Waliya

Waliya is a form of Waliyya, the feminine of Walī. It means a guardian or protector and can also mean a woman close to God. It is a rare given name.

Is Waliya a Muslim name?

Yes. Waliya is an Arabic Muslim girl's name, the feminine of Wali.

Where is the name Waliya used?

Rare; used in some Arab and English-speaking Muslim families.

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Spellings and variants of Waliya

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Waliya mean?

Waliya means 'Protector; close friend (of God)'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Waliya a Muslim name?

Yes. Waliya is an Arabic Muslim girl's name, the feminine of Wali.

How do you write Waliya in Arabic?

Waliya is written ولية in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Waliya?

Waliya is pronounced wah-LEE-yah.

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