Waliyah
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Waliyah
Waliyah is an Arabic feminine name derived from the root "wali," meaning "guardian," "protector," or "one who is close/allied," with the feminine suffix "-ah" applied.
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Etymology
Waliyah is an Arabic feminine name derived from the root "wali," meaning "guardian," "protector," or "one who is close/allied," with the feminine suffix "-ah" applied. The name is primarily used in Muslim-majority cultures and Islamic contexts, reflecting Islamic tradition where "wali" holds religious significance as a term for a guardian or saint in Islamic theology.
Waliyah currently ranks #13,109 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2021.
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