Yahya
يحيىTraditional Arabic form associated with John
Boy namesMeaning of Yahya
Traditional Arabic form associated with John
About the name Yahya
Yahya is a traditional Arabic prophetic name whose form resembles the Arabic verb “to live.” It is also used as an Arabic form of John in some traditions. The life-related association is linguistic, not a promise about longevity.
At a glance
- Usage
- Boy names
- Origin
- International
- First Arabic letter
- ي
- Arabic letters
- 4
- Pronunciation guide
- YAH-ya
- Other spellings
- Yahia
How to write and say Yahya
- In Arabic
- يحيى
- In Latin letters
- Yahya
This pronunciation guide is approximate and varies between families and languages. Use one consistent spelling on your child’s official documents.
Why consider the name Yahya?
- It combines a traditional heritage with a life-related Arabic association.
- Compare Yahya and Yahia when choosing the Latin spelling for records.
Sources & further reading
Wiktionary · يحيى ↗Questions about Yahya
What does Yahya mean?
Traditional Arabic form associated with John
How do you write Yahya in Arabic and Latin letters?
The forms shown here are يحيى in Arabic and Yahya in Latin letters. The official form may differ by country and family.
Are there other spellings of Yahya?
Our recorded alternatives are Yahia. Similar spellings do not always share an origin, so check the form you intend to use.
How is Yahya pronounced?
Our approximate guide is YAH-ya. Actual pronunciation varies by family and language.
Does Yahya promise a long life?
No. The connection with living is linguistic and traditional, not a prediction about anyone’s lifespan.