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Bahija

Girl name · Arabic

Meaningjoyful · Arabic

Bahija is an Arabic girl name meaning “joyful”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Bahija would score 18 points, thanks largely to the J (worth 8).
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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Bahija

Bahija is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning “joyful”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Bahija at school.

Origin:Arabic names

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Questions about the name Bahija

What does the name Bahija mean?

Bahija means “joyful” and comes from Arabic. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Alaia (“joyful”), Aliza (“joyful”), Merry (“merry, joyful”) and Etsuko (“often joyful child”).

What is the origin of the name Bahija?

Bahija is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Eleanor (“possibly light”), Layla (“night”), Lyla (“night”) and Aaliyah (“exalted”).

Is Bahija a boy or girl name?

Bahija is a girl name.

What names are similar to Bahija?

If you like Bahija, you might also like Alaia, Aliza, Merry and Etsuko.

What should I know before naming my baby Bahija?

Bahija is an Arabic girl name meaning “joyful”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.