Yahia
Yahia is a Muslim boy name meaning “He lives; Prophet John”.
| Meaning | He lives; Prophet John |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | يحيى |
| Pronunciation | YAH-yah |
| Arabic root | ح ي ي (ḥ-y-y) — to live |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yahia
Yahia is a North African and Egyptian spelling of Yaḥyā, the Quranic name of the Prophet John, son of Zakariyya. The name is a verb form meaning 'he lives', and the Quran notes that no one had been given this name before him. The spelling Yahia reflects French transliteration and is common in Algeria, Tunisia and Egypt.
Is Yahia a Muslim name?
Yes. Yahia is the name of the Prophet Yahya (John), mentioned in the Quran.
Is Yahia in the Quran?
'O Zakariyya, We give you good tidings of a boy whose name will be Yahya' (Quran 19:7).
Where is the name Yahia used?
Common in Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco and Egypt.
Gifts with the name Yahia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yahia mean?
Yahia means 'He lives; Prophet John'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Yahia a Muslim name?
Yes. Yahia is the name of the Prophet Yahya (John), mentioned in the Quran.
How do you write Yahia in Arabic?
Yahia is written يحيى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yahia?
Yahia is pronounced YAH-yah.
Is Yahia mentioned in the Quran?
'O Zakariyya, We give you good tidings of a boy whose name will be Yahya' (Quran 19:7).