Hidayah Girl
Origin(s)
Arabic; Malay
Meaning
guidance (Arabic); enlightenment (Malay)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Hidayah signifies divine guidance and is often associated with spiritual enlightenment. It is a term frequently used in Islamic texts to denote the path of righteousness. In Malay culture, the name embodies the concept of enlightenment and is valued for its positive connotations. Both cultures emphasize the importance of guidance in personal and spiritual development.
Trend Summary
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Variants
- Hidaya
International Variants
- Hidaya (Arabic)
- Hidayah (Malay)
Famous people named Hidayah
Hidayah Sulaiman — Malaysian politician
Hidayah Al-Mansoori — Emirati artist
Fictional characters named Hidayah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hidayah was first seen in the United States in 2012. Hidayah has ranked as high as #1334 nationally which occurred in 2024 and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Hidayah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hidayah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 26 |