Asiya
Meaning: The name Asiya comes from the Arabic “Âsiya” (آسية). In Islamic tradition, she was the faithful wife of Pharaoh who believed in God and raised Prophet Moses as her own son after finding him in the Nile River. The name symbolizes patience, faith, and loyalty.
Origin: Arabic names
Etymology
Asiya derives from the Arabic form Âsiya (آسية), meaning “comforter, consoler, one who relieves pain.” Some sources link its origin to the name Asenath from Jewish and Christian traditions.
Significance
According to historical and religious sources, the name Asiya symbolizes patience, faith, loyalty, and kindness. People with this name are often expected to possess strong moral virtues and compassion.
Geographical Distribution
The name is mainly found in the Arab world, Iran, Turkey, Central Asia, and other regions influenced by Islamic culture.
Statistics
Kazakhstan
Since 2021, the name Asiya has consistently ranked among the top 50 most popular girls’ names in Kazakhstan.
Source: Kazakhstan Statistics Committee
Variants
Asiye, Asiya, Asiyakhan
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