Yahya is the Arabic name for Prophet John, meaning “God is gracious.” A Quranic prophet, it symbolizes divine mercy and renewal. Popular in the Middle East and South Asia, this five-letter name is revered. Widely used in Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Indonesia, it reflects spiritual devotion.
Yahya Name Meaning
Yahya Name Meaning in English, Urdu, and Arabic
Name
Yahya
Name in Urdu
یحییٰ
Meaning in English
God is Gracious
Meaning in Urdu
یحییٰ - خدا مہربان ہے
Meaning in Arabic
يحيى – الله كريم
Gender
Boy
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islam
Name Length
5 letters
Popular Personalities
Prophet Yahya (PBUH)
Lucky Colors
Green, White
Lucky Days
Friday, Sunday
Lucky Number
7
Similar Names
Yahia, Younis, Yusuf
Famous in Countries
Popular in Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Indonesia
Name Numerology
4
Short Name
Yes
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