Bahja

Bahja بَحْجَة is a girl name meaning “happiness and joy.” This Arabic name is steeped in rich linguistic heritage. It comes from the Arabic root ب-ه-ج (b-h-j), denoting joy/beauty. It embodies happiness and the delight that comes with a grateful heart.

The act of giving this name is itself a prayer an expression of hope for a righteous and blessed life. Muslim parents select this name as a du’a (prayer) for their child to live by its noble meaning.