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Meaning

Fair lady

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Sahabiyyah

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage
Mariyah is a feminine title rich in history, originating from Arabic roots. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Fair lady', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

Pronounced as Mariyah, it has a rhythmic flow that makes it memorable and distinct. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Mariyah, like Maria, refers to Maria al-Qibtiyya, a wife of the Prophet ๏ทบ and mother of his son Ibrahim.

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Etymology

From the Arabic root ู…-ุฑ-ูŠ (m-r-y, related to whiteness/purity). Maria al-Qibtiyya was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad of Coptic Egyptian origin and mother of his son Ibrahim.

Islamic Significance

Maria al-Qibtiyya, sent from Egypt to the Prophet, was the mother of his son Ibrahim, who died in infancy.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across the Muslim world, particularly as a girl's name.