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BahijahIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Joyful

Pronunciation: bah-ee-JAH

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Name
Bahijah
Meaning
Joyful
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
English, Urdu, Hindi, Arabic, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
bah-ee-JAH
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Bahijah mean?

Bahijah is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Joyful". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: bah-ee-JAH. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

بہجہ

بہجہ کا مطلب ہے سکون اور سہولت

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

باهجة

البهجة هي السعادة والسرور والرضا

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

bah-ee-JAH

IPA

/bɑːhɪdʒɑː/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Bahijah is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Joyful. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

GreenBlue

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

2

Numerology meaning: A cooperative and harmonious nature, you are able to bring people together and create a peaceful environment.

Personality

Personality Traits

DevotedKindSpiritualConfidentA = AmbitiousY = YouthfulS = StrongH = Honest

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

To carry joy and happiness within oneself and spread it to others.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Bahijah is deeply rooted in the Islamic tradition and culture. In Arabic society, giving a child a meaningful and beautiful name is considered an important aspect of their identity. The name Bahijah reflects the cultural values of joy, happiness, and positivity. It is also associated with the concept of Ihsan (perfection) in Islam, as the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said "Allah is beautiful and loves beauty." Thus, the name Bahijah can be considered a beautiful reminder of this divine trait.
The name Bahijah holds a spiritual significance in the Islamic tradition. It reflects the joy and happiness that comes from having faith in God and following His commandments. It is also a reminder of the joy and happiness that awaits the believers in Paradise, as mentioned in the Quran, "For them will be gardens [in Paradise], in them recline [forever]; wearing of fine silk and [couches spread] with brocaded spreads; and [on their heads are] braces adorned with pearls and [terephthal] stones of silver." (Quran 44:55) The spiritual significance of the name Bahijah is also reflected in the hadith of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), "There is no believer in Allah and His Messenger (peace be upon him) who is not given joy in his heart every time he remembers Allah and rejoices in the remembrance of Allah. Allah says, 'I am with My servant.' " (Muslim) Thus, the name Bahijah serves as a daily reminder of the joy and happiness that comes from a strong connection with Allah.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Bahijah bint Ja'far was a female companion of the Prophet Muhammad. The name Bahijah carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Bahijah

Bahijah means happiness and tranquility, a state of being content and at peace

🇵🇰Urdu

بہجہ

بہجہ کا مطلب ہے سکون اور سہولت

🇸🇦Arabic

باهجة

البهجة هي السعادة والسرور والرضا

🇮🇳Hindi

बहीज

बहीज का अर्थ है आनंद और सुख

🇦🇫Pashto

بهجه

بهجه به بهادري او خوشحالي و خوشحالي

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