Yahiya
Yahiya is a Muslim boy name meaning “He lives; living”.
| Meaning | He lives; living |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | يحيى |
| Pronunciation | YAH-hee-yah |
| Arabic root | ح ي ي (ḥ-y-y) — to live |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yahiya
Yahiya is a South Asian spelling of Yaḥyā, the Quranic name of the Prophet John the Baptist, son of the Prophet Zakariyya. The name literally means 'he lives'. The extra i reflects how the name is pronounced in Urdu and other South Asian languages. Prophet Yahya is praised in the Quran for his purity and devotion.
Is Yahiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Yahiya is a spelling of Yahya, the name of a prophet in the Quran, and is a well-loved Muslim name.
Is Yahiya in the Quran?
The Quran records: 'O Zakariyya, We give you good news of a boy whose name will be Yahya' (Quran 19:7).
Where is the name Yahiya used?
This spelling is used mostly in India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
Gifts with the name Yahiya
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Spellings and variants of Yahiya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yahiya mean?
Yahiya means 'He lives; living'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Yahiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Yahiya is a spelling of Yahya, the name of a prophet in the Quran, and is a well-loved Muslim name.
How do you write Yahiya in Arabic?
Yahiya is written يحيى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yahiya?
Yahiya is pronounced YAH-hee-yah.
Is Yahiya mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran records: 'O Zakariyya, We give you good news of a boy whose name will be Yahya' (Quran 19:7).