Saniyah
Saniyah: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Saniyah
Root meaning: “radiant”
- A female given name from Arabic.
Etymology
Borrowed from Arabic سنيّة (“radiant”)
How popular is Saniyah?
Since 1880, 7,300 girls in the U.S. have been named Saniyah. Its highest rank for girls was #507 in 2009. In 2025, 175 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Saniyah FAQ
What does the name Saniyah mean?
Saniyah traces back to a root meaning "radiant". A female given name from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic سنيّة (“radiant”)
What is the origin of the name Saniyah?
Saniyah is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Saniyah?
Since 1880, 7,300 girls in the U.S. have been named Saniyah. Its highest rank for girls was #507 in 2009. In 2025, 175 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Saniyah a boy or girl name?
Saniyah is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 7,300 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.