Meaning & Origin
Quranic name corresponding to John
More About Yahya
The verse announces to Zakariya the birth of a son named Yahya.
Islamic Naming Context
Quran 19:7 establishes this identification. It does not establish a literal etymology; that remains for linguistic review.
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Length
- 5 letters
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#123 of 2981 boy names